SYD - DRW

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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Darwin (SYD-DRW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to Darwin that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Darwin

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Darwin.
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20:20 - 23:20SYD-DRW
4h 30mdirect
00:10 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 30mdirect
$382Jetstar
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Wed, 15 Jan - Sat, 18 Jan
20:20 - 23:20SYD-DRW
4h 30mdirect
00:10 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 30mdirect
$390Jetstar
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Tue, 14 Jan - Sat, 18 Jan
20:20 - 23:20SYD-DRW
4h 30mdirect
00:10 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 30mdirect
$396Jetstar
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Thu, 16 Jan - Tue, 21 Jan
20:25 - 00:30SYD-DRW
4h 35mdirect
01:20 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 20mdirect
$402Jetstar
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Thu, 29 May - Mon, 9 Jun
07:00 - 12:35SYD-DRW
7h 05m1 stop
00:10 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 30mdirect
Wed, 15 Jan - Sat, 18 Jan
07:00 - 12:35SYD-DRW
7h 05m1 stop
00:10 - 06:10DRW-SYD
4h 30mdirect
Fri, 17 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
21:30 - 12:35SYD-DRW
16h 35m1 stop
18:40 - 14:25DRW-SYD
18h 15m1 stop
$547Virgin Australia
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Sun, 9 Mar - Mon, 10 Mar
16:30 - 23:50SYD-DRW
7h 50m1 stop
14:30 - 07:40DRW-SYD
16h 40m1 stop
$557Virgin Australia
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Wed, 28 May - Tue, 10 Jun
08:20 - 11:15SYD-DRW
4h 25mdirect
12:00 - 17:55DRW-SYD
4h 25mdirect
$657Qantas Airways
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Thu, 16 Jan - Wed, 22 Jan
07:05 - 12:30SYD-DRW
6h 55m1 stop
12:00 - 17:55DRW-SYD
4h 25mdirect
$983Qantas Airways
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Sat, 4 Jan - Sat, 11 Jan

Flights from Sydney to Darwin - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Darwin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Darwin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Darwin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Sydney to Darwin, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Darwin back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Darwin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Darwin is April, where tickets cost $472 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $705 and $685 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Darwin?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $513 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Darwin, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$175
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Darwin

When to book flights from Sydney to Darwin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Darwin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Darwin

  • How can I get from Darwin Airport to the city centre?

    You can get the Darwin Airport shuttle bus from the airport to the city centre, which will take about 20min and cost around A$ 18. This operates 24/7, so it is a reliable way for you to complete your journey.

  • Are there direct flights from Sydney Airport to Darwin Airport?

    Yes, there are direct flights from Sydney Airport to Darwin Airport. You can catch a flight with low-cost airlines such as Jetstar. Alternatively, you could fly with Qantas Airways, which is likely to have better facilities on board.

  • Are there airport hotels I can stay at before my flight?

    Yes, should you want to stay at a hotel before you fly, Sydney Airport has several options for you. You could stay at hotels such as Holiday Inn Express or Mantra Hotel, which are both located close to the terminal building. This is a great choice for those that might have an early flight the next day.

  • Can I request special meals on Qantas flights from Sydney to Darwin?

    Qantas offers their passengers meals, enhancing the travelling experience. These meals vary depending on the cabin class. Nevertheless, you can request a special menu at least 24 hours before your flight. If you wish to order Kosher meals, you must make a request at least 36 hours before.

  • What is a recommended airline for minors travelling alone from Sydney to Darwin?

    If your child is travelling alone, consider booking a flight with Virgin Australia. The airline offers the Unaccompanied Minor Service for children between five and 11 years, ensuring your child is well-attended during the flight and at the destination airport. However, you have to book early.

  • Does Singapore Airlines have a lounge at Sydney Airport (SYD)?

    Singapore Airlines has a special lounge known as SilverKris Lounge, located in Terminal 1, where you can rest for some time as you wait for your flight to Darwin. First Class, Business Class, Star Alliance Gold and Solitaire PPS Club members have free access to the lounge.

  • Can I choose my seat with an American Airlines economy ticket?

    All American Airlines passengers travelling in Economy Class are typically assigned a seat at check-in. If you prefer a specific seat, you’ll have to pay an additional fee to be allowed to pick. AAdvantage members can select their preferred seat without incurring an extra cost, depending on their status.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Darwin?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Darwin was $113 for a one-way ticket and $246 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Darwin?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Darwin flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Darwin?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Darwin, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Darwin?

    There are direct flights from Sydney to Darwin on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Darwin, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Darwin are Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. With an average price for the route of $982 and an overall rating of 7.6, Qantas Airways is the most popular choice. Virgin Australia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $752 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Darwin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Darwin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Darwin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Darwin from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Darwin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Darwin with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Darwin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Darwin from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Darwin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $229 or less one-way and $393 or less round-trip.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is easy to access, with the number 400 or 420 bus being one of the best ways to get to the airport from the city centre, costing about A$ 2.30. There is also the option of a train, the T8 South Line, which gets you to the airport generally in 15min and costs roughly A$ 15.
  • From Darwin Airport (DRW), you can get to Palmerston City in about 20min and Pine Creek in about 2h by car, which makes this airport great to land at to explore the northern region of Australia further.
  • Before you take off to fly to Darwin, why not enjoy one of the lounges on offer at Sydney Airport. You could utilise the Plaza Premium Lounge, for example, where you can get complimentary food and snacks, free Wi-Fi and shower facilities in a relaxed environment. This costs around A$ 69 per person.
  • Qantas is ideal for passengers who wish to travel with their pets. This airline offers a special separate compartment in the hold with a temperature and noise level similar to the cabin, ensuring your pet remains comfortable throughout the flight.
  • If you want to bring more luggage from Sydney to Darwin International Airport (DRW), consider using Qantas. This airline accepts a checked luggage allowance of up to 23 kg and a carry-on limit of less than 7 kg.
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Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Darwin Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin

Monday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +3 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Tuesday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +3 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Wednesday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +3 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Thursday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +4 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +5 more

Friday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +4 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +5 more

Saturday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +3 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +4 more

Sunday

Air France, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +4 more

Air France, Air New Zealand, +5 more

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Direct returns

Darwin to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +5 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +4 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +4 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +4 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +5 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +5 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Fiji Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +4 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Sydney to Darwin

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Darwin. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Darwin? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 807 reviews
7.0Food
8.2Crew
7.3Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.4Comfort
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The service was excellent. The quarters were a little cramped in Economy, and we had to exist there for 18 hours.

8.0 ExcellentMary, Oct 2024SYD - DFW
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The service was excellent. The quarters were a little cramped in Economy, and we had to exist there for 18 hours.

It was very nice. I will try to fly with Qantas whenever I can.

Terrible. 6 hour delay with no explanations and only 15 dollars in food credits. A disaster. I'll just leave it at that.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

It’s a very long flight and there are so many people on board. Perhaps a warm washcloth now and then to freshen up

Too many passengers are bringing on too many large items as part of carry on baggage where it should be checked in. This is not the fault of Qantas but the stupid mindset passengers have now about trying to bring anything and everything on as carry on luggage where it should be checked in.

Better than expected, normally I don't use this airline because they are too expensive for me, but if you can afford it, good on you, you won't regret it. Regards.

Plane a little late departing, but not an issue. The pilots humour when he said “I will try to make up some time…. I know a few short cuts to Adelaide” made the passengers chuckle. This is what makes Qantas “Australian”.

I have never had a problem with flying Qantas, so this flight was the same as any other.

After British Airways cancelled my London to Sydney and Virgin Australia refused to refund, there was no ways I would try Virgin Australia again, so it was Qantas - what a good flight experience. So much easier to get off an international flight and get a local flight without having to add extra amounts for baggage

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good. If coffee and tea were free, then why not a soda or juice as well, its not like its an alcoholic drink.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good.

The flight was delayed by 45 minutes, but boarding, actual flight, and crew were great. However, there was Zero free food and only water, tea, or coffee to drink. Everything else was for sale. No onboard entertainment but it was a short flight.

Boarding was smooth after a 25 min delay. Notification of delay could be more efficient and change in boarding gate was not notified on the flights board or app.

I did not use the in flight entertainment, but the selection appeared to be decent. Take off was delayed, but otherwise the process was uneventful.

Great flight - on time, lovely staff. I’ll always have the same complaint and essentially it’s the limited food options for people who are celiac. But that’s all airlines !

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

Plane was delayed both on arrival to Sydney and departure. We boarded the plane while it was in the process of being refuelled, which I am certain is against CASA regulations. Comfort for anyone over 6 foot is non existent.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Sydney to Darwin found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
25/12Wed
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
$175
26/2Wed
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
$177
8/5Thu
directJetstar
4h 35mSYD-DRW
$202
13/1Mon
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
$230
10/3Mon
1 stopVirgin Australia
7h 05mSYD-DRW
$259
25/1Sat
1 stopVirgin Australia
7h 05mSYD-DRW
$262
26/2Wed
directQantas Airways
4h 25mSYD-DRW
$338
31/5Sat
directQantas Airways
4h 35mSYD-DRW
$343
15/3Sat
2 stops
19h 40mSYD-DRW
$366
10/3Mon
1 stop
7h 40mSYD-DRW
$449

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Last minute flights from Sydney to Darwin

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Sydney to Darwin that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/12Fri
direct
4h 30mSYD-DRW
13/12Fri
multi-stop
21h 00mDRW-SYD
$1,199
6/12Fri
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
12/12Thu
multi-stopJetstar
8h 20mDRW-SYD
$1,261
6/12Fri
direct
4h 30mSYD-DRW
12/12Thu
direct
4h 25mDRW-SYD
$1,297
6/12Fri
multi-stop
6h 35mSYD-DRW
13/12Fri
multi-stop
25h 55mDRW-SYD
$1,309
6/12Fri
multi-stop
6h 35mSYD-DRW
12/12Thu
multi-stop
7h 45mDRW-SYD
$1,337
6/12Fri
multi-stop
28h 05mSYD-DRW
13/12Fri
multi-stop
15h 10mDRW-SYD
$1,512
6/12Fri
multi-stop
28h 05mSYD-DRW
12/12Thu
multi-stop
8h 20mDRW-SYD
$1,576
6/12Fri
direct
4h 30mSYD-DRW
13/12Fri
direct
4h 25mDRW-SYD
$2,146

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