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Today’s best flight deals from Auckland to Darwin

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Auckland to Darwin

September 14 - September 21

Cheapest
Best

AKL - Darwin

$707

$653

Round trip

August 18 - September 3

AKL - Darwin

$657

$672

Round trip

August 17 - September 3

AKL - Darwin

$652

$672

Round trip

November 18 - December 2

AKL - Darwin

$657

$703

Round trip

November 25 - December 2

AKL - Darwin

$673

$703

Round trip

August 24 - September 3

AKL - Darwin

$664

$708

Round trip

August 14 - August 21

Earliest

AKL - Darwin

$687

$709

Round trip

November 20 - December 2

AKL - Darwin

$661

$710

Round trip

November 4 - November 19

AKL - Darwin

$657

$710

Round trip

November 4 - December 2

AKL - Darwin

$639

$716

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Auckland to Darwin

A typical journey from Auckland to Darwin takes about 26h 35m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the time spent on connecting flights as well as in transit. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when planning their trip.
When looking for cheap flights from Auckland to Darwin, fares typically range from $709–$1037, with a median of $874. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. It is worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require careful timing and flexibility.
The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Darwin is often in December, with a median fare of $392. Other cost-effective months include February, where the median fare is $421, and March, with a median fare of $435. Planning your travel during these months could lead to significant savings on your trip.
For flights from Auckland to Darwin, most itineraries connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should anticipate at least two stops on their journey to Darwin.
The distance between Auckland and Darwin is approximately 5146 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer travel times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Darwin

Regular price: $583 - $1,259

Prices for flights from Auckland to Darwin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $583 and $1259. The current lowest deal is $672 with Air New Zealand for travel from August 18 to September 3.

now $672

Low $583

High $1,259

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Darwin

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Darwin is December, with a median price of $392. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1071. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $392

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,071

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Direct flights from Auckland to Darwin

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Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Darwin

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$652

$672

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$639

$720

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$646

$725

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$657

$672

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$649

$720

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Darwin

Air New ZealandAir New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Darwin (DRW)

Air New Zealand, Jetstar

$649

$725

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Darwin

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

$716  →  $720

1%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$715  →  $725

1%

16 nights

Aug 18 - Sep 3

$657  →  $672

2%

17 nights

Aug 17 - Sep 3

$652  →  $672

3%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Darwin

Auckland - Darwin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Auckland to Darwin are above the typical level, with a median price of $874.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $392. July is typically the most expensive.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 26h 35m

Flights from Auckland to Darwin typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 26h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights make up 100% of deals, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand and Jetstar offer connecting flights

Air New Zealand and Jetstar are among the airlines offering connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Auckland to Darwin appear regularly, with about 0.33 deals per day.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport (AKL) is a good choice for flights to Darwin, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Auckland city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$672

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is the most affordable option for flights from Auckland to Darwin.

📍 ~10 km from Darwin city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$672

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR)

This airport is a useful alternative, serving as a primary transport hub for the Big Rivers region.

📍 ~270 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1452

East Kimberley Regional (KNX)

Cheapest

This airport is a major regional hub for the East Kimberley region with reliable infrastructure and scheduled commercial services.

📍 ~520 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1031

Gove (GOV)

This significant regional airport serves the Arnhem Land region, offering alternative routes into remote areas.

📍 ~570 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1313

Presidente Nicolau Lobato International (DIL)

This is the nearest international airport to Darwin, providing a gateway to Southeast Asia.

📍 ~720 km from Darwin (reachable by international travel)

💸 Flights from ~$1581

Maningrida (MNG)

This airport offers a regional alternative within the Northern Territory for local travel.

📍 ~340 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1358

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From AKL

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Aug 13

Darwin, Australia

92% AI deal score

$2,659

$1,717

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$2,627

$1,719

Save $908

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91% AI deal score

$2,354

$1,691

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,357

$1,704

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,460

$1,712

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$2,484

$1,712

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$2,469

$1,712

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,461

$1,717

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,423

$1,717

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Darwin, Australia

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$2,546

$1,717

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,421

$1,718

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,448

$1,718

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,473

$1,718

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Jul 24

Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,494

$1,719

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,504

$1,719

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,595

$1,719

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,494

$1,724

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,471

$1,724

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$2,478

$1,724

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,490

$1,724

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Aug 06

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91% AI deal score

$2,462

$1,725

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,466

$1,725

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Aug 12

Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,471

$1,725

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Jul 24

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91% AI deal score

$2,494

$1,725

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,490

$1,725

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Aug 11

Darwin, Australia

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$2,470

$1,725

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Darwin, Australia

91% AI deal score

$2,453

$1,730

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91% AI deal score

$2,447

$1,730

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Sep 30

Darwin, Australia

75% AI deal score

$2,683

$2,644

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Sep 24

Darwin, Australia

75% AI deal score

$2,667

$2,652

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Oct 03

Darwin, Australia

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$2,719

$2,652

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Oct 03

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74% AI deal score

$2,636

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Darwin, Australia

74% AI deal score

$2,644

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Darwin, Australia

74% AI deal score

$2,652

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Darwin, Australia

74% AI deal score

$2,652

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Darwin, Australia

73% AI deal score

$2,636

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Jul 27

Darwin, Australia

71% AI deal score

$2,610

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Sep 19

Darwin, Australia

71% AI deal score

$2,644

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for popular routes. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear. It's usually beneficial to monitor prices over a period to identify trends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.