Can I fly direct from Adelaide to Darwin?

Yes, direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin are available. Historically, approximately 43.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This means there's a good chance of finding a non-stop option for your trip.

How long is the flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

A direct flight from Adelaide to Darwin typically takes about 3 hours and 50 minutes. This covers an approximate distance of 2621 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, have a longer duration, typically around 9 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers can expect a significantly shorter journey when opting for a direct route.

How often do cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability for economical fares. Travelers can typically find good opportunities for lower-priced tickets across the trailing quarter. This suggests consistent chances to secure a deal for this destination.

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Adelaide to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Darwin

For flights from Adelaide to Darwin, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 43.5% of recent fares were for direct flights. When itineraries include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals appear almost daily for this route, making it easier to find suitable options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin? The most affordable months to fly are typically August, with a median fare of $256, and December, where the median fare is $260. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $276.

The journey from Adelaide to Darwin typically takes 3h 50m, including connections. This duration represents the median travel time across all observed itineraries, encompassing both direct and connecting flights.

Fares for cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin typically range from $264–$626, with a median of $415. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. Approximately 30% of recent fares on this route were classified as a good price.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Darwin

Regular price: A$369 - A$842

Prices from Adelaide to Darwin are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Darwin is typically between AUD 369 and AUD 842. The current lowest deal is AUD 329 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 22.

now A$329

Low A$369

High A$842

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Darwin is December, with a median price of $254. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $678. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$254

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$678

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Darwin

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,582

A$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,589

A$750

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,301

A$425

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,232

A$425

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,299

A$449

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,284

A$402

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 8

A$1,550 → A$512

67%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

A$1,276 → A$364

72%

4 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 9

A$1,276 → A$365

71%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A$1,270 → A$364

71%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Adelaide - Darwin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Adelaide to Darwin are below the typical level, with 30% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August, December, and July offer the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($256), December ($260), and July ($276) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin typically take 3h 50m, while connecting flights average 9h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from Jetstar

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route, with 43.5% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct service

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Adelaide to Darwin.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Darwin are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport (ADL) is a convenient departure point for flights to Darwin.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$328

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Darwin from Adelaide.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$328

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR)

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR) is a primary regional alternative for the Top End, accessible via the Stuart Highway.

📍 ~260 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,406

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Sep 21

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$3,215

$1,391

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From ADL

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Oct 05

Darwin, Australia

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$3,223

$1,391

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From ADL

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Oct 03

Darwin, Australia

83% AI deal score

$3,199

$1,391

Save $1,808

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From ADL

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Oct 01

Darwin, Australia

83% AI deal score

$3,174

$1,396

Save $1,778

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

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Oct 11

Darwin, Australia

83% AI deal score

$3,265

$1,396

Save $1,869

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Business Class

From ADL

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Dec 04

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82% AI deal score

$3,585

$1,372

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Business Class

From ADL

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Dec 04

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$3,322

$1,372

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Business Class

From ADL

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Dec 18

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$3,438

$1,372

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Business Class

From ADL

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Dec 16

Darwin, Australia

81% AI deal score

$3,365

$1,372

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Business Class

From ADL

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Dec 13

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$3,357

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Adelaide to Darwin is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $350. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $426, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of $501. Planning your purchase within the recommended window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Adelaide to Darwin is considered to be $264 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $415. Fares can go as high as $626 or more for the upper quartile of prices. Aiming for a fare at or below $264 indicates a particularly cost-effective purchase.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Adelaide to Darwin include August, with a median price of $256, and December, with a median price of $260. July also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $276. The annual median price for this route is $415, indicating that these months typically provide more economical travel options.

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Adelaide to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Darwin

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Darwin

Regular price: A$369 - A$842

Prices from Adelaide to Darwin are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Darwin is typically between AUD 369 and AUD 842. The current lowest deal is AUD 329 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 22.

now A$329

Low A$369

High A$842

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$254

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$678

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Darwin

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,582

A$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,589

A$750

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,301

A$425

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,232

A$425

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,299

A$449

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Darwin

Adelaide (ADL) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,284

A$402

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 8

A$1,550 → A$512

67%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

A$1,276 → A$364

72%

4 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 9

A$1,276 → A$365

71%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A$1,270 → A$364

71%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Adelaide - Darwin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Adelaide to Darwin are below the typical level, with 30% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

August, December, and July offer the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($256), December ($260), and July ($276) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin typically take 3h 50m, while connecting flights average 9h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from Jetstar

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route, with 43.5% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct service

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Adelaide to Darwin.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Darwin are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport (ADL) is a convenient departure point for flights to Darwin.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$328

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Darwin from Adelaide.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$328

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR)

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR) is a primary regional alternative for the Top End, accessible via the Stuart Highway.

Darwin, Australia

81% AI deal score

$3,357

$1,372

Save $1,985

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Darwin

Today’s best flight deals from Adelaide to Darwin

Adelaide to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Darwin

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Darwin

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Darwin

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Adelaide - Darwin route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August, December, and July offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights are available from Jetstar

Jetstar offers direct service

Deals are frequent on this route

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Darwin

Best Elite deals to Darwin

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Sep 04

Oct 04

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

When should I buy Adelaide to Darwin tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Adelaide to Darwin?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

Can I fly direct from Adelaide to Darwin?

How long is the flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

How often do cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin come up?

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More routes from Adelaide

Flights to Darwin from other cities

Adelaide to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Darwin

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Darwin

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Direct flights from Adelaide to Darwin

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Darwin

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

Adelaide - Darwin route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August, December, and July offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights are available from Jetstar

Jetstar offers direct service

Deals are frequent on this route

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Darwin

Best Elite deals to Darwin

Sep 21

Sep 04

Oct 04

Oct 05

Oct 03

Oct 01

Oct 11

Dec 04

Dec 04

Dec 18

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Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

When should I buy Adelaide to Darwin tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Adelaide to Darwin?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Adelaide to Darwin?