Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin usually depart from Melbourne Avalon (AVV) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin.

Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin pass through?

One-stop flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin most commonly connect through: • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 82% of one-stop connections • Adelaide (ADL) – 9% of one-stop connections • Brisbane (BNE) – 9% of one-stop connections Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $521 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $205. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Darwin?

Some of the most popular sights in Darwin are Crocosaurus Cove and SKYCITY Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

A direct flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin takes 0h 00m, covering 5,069 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $626 to $2,822. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin looking right now?

One-way fares from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $361, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 58m, compared to 23h 15m via Brisbane (BNE) and 23h 19m via Adelaide (ADL).

Which car hire options are available at Darwin Airport (DRW)?

Darwin Airport (DRW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include: • Bargain Car Rentals • East Coast Car Rentals • Thrifty • Budget • Dollar

How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin flight?

Return flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin range from $521 to $641, with an average of $592 over the past 12 months. Anything below $521 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Return flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin start at $626. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $521 to $641. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $626 on Jetstar.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Jetstar ($626) offered the cheapest return ticket from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the most popular stopover for the Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin route. 82% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via SYD.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $491. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) had the shortest average connection time for Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin stopovers at 365 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 14 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

06:00 - 23:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

19h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$626Jetstar

Tue, 13 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

09:50 - 00:20AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

16h 00m1 stop Brisbane

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$641Jetstar

Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

21:15 - 18:05AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

22h 20m1 stop Brisbane

19:05 - 20:40DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

24h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$655Jetstar

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

16:40 - 23:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 13:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

18h 25m1 stop Adelaide

$666Jetstar

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

09:50 - 00:20AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

16h 00m1 stop Brisbane

00:15 - 14:10DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

12h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$672Jetstar

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

21:15 - 18:05AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

22h 20m1 stop Brisbane

19:05 - 20:40DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

24h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$673Jetstar

Sat, 10 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

16:40 - 23:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$679Jetstar

Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

20:10 - 17:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

22h 20m1 stop Adelaide

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$685Jetstar

Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

20:10 - 17:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

22h 20m1 stop Adelaide

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$697Jetstar

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

21:15 - 18:05AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

22h 20m1 stop Brisbane

19:05 - 20:40DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

24h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$705Jetstar

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Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct

06:00 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

19h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

00:15 - 09:45DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

8h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$939Jetstar

Wed, 30 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

06:00 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

19h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

00:15 - 09:45DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

8h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$975Jetstar

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 13:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

18h 25m1 stop Adelaide

$1,031Jetstar

Sat, 26 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$1,073Jetstar

Wed, 30 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

11:45 - 22:50DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

9h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,075Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$1,082Jetstar

Tue, 29 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

20:55 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

28h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

01:15 - 21:05DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

18h 20m1 stop Brisbane

$1,119Jetstar

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

06:00 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

19h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:45 - 18:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

23h 00m1 stop Adelaide

$1,123Jetstar

Sun, 27 Sep - Fri, 30 Oct

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 13:15DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

18h 25m1 stop Adelaide

$1,152Jetstar

Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

16:40 - 00:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-DRW Darwin

8h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

00:15 - 14:10DRW Darwin-AVV Melbourne Avalon

12h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,156Jetstar

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin.
How long is a flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
A direct flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin takes 0h 00m, covering 5,069 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin flight?
Return flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin range from $521 to $641, with an average of $592 over the past 12 months. Anything below $521 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $626 to $2,822. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $361, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Darwin Airport (DRW)?
Darwin Airport (DRW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Dollar
Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
Flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin usually depart from Melbourne Avalon (AVV) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).
Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin pass through?
One-stop flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin most commonly connect through:

• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 82% of one-stop connections
• Adelaide (ADL) – 9% of one-stop connections
• Brisbane (BNE) – 9% of one-stop connections

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $521 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $205. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin?
Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 58m, compared to 23h 15m via Brisbane (BNE) and 23h 19m via Adelaide (ADL).
What popular places can I visit in Darwin?
Some of the most popular sights in Darwin are Crocosaurus Cove and SKYCITY Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $521 – about $205 less than Friday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Avalon Airport to Darwin trip for February. Fares historically average $456 return in that month – typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Darwin Airport.
- Quality Hotel Darwin Airport
- Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
- Discovery Parks - Darwin

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