What percentage of Darwin to Brisbane flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 11.4% of flights from Darwin to Brisbane are direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stops on average. This indicates that a significant majority of routes on this journey will involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

A direct flight from Darwin to Brisbane typically takes about 3 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 2851 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 8 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Darwin to Brisbane come up frequently. This route is classified as one that regularly sees good deals. Travelers can often find favorable prices for this destination.

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Darwin to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Most itineraries for flights from Darwin to Brisbane connect at least once, with only 11.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane are available, you will most often find options that include at least one stop.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Darwin to Brisbane, the cheapest months to fly are December, with a median fare of $178, followed by April at $297, and January at $304. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

A typical journey from Darwin to Brisbane takes 3h 45m, including connections. This duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival, encompassing any layovers. The non-stop flight time is also 3h 45m, while connecting flights typically take around 9h 50m.

Fares for this route are typically between $534–$886, with a median of $701. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations and secure a better price.

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Brisbane

Regular price: A$309 - A$662

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

The regular price range for flights from Darwin to Brisbane is AUD309 to AUD662. The current lowest deal is AUD348 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 31-Nov 28.

now A$348

Low A$309

High A$662

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Brisbane is March, with a median price of $153. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $839. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$153

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$839

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Brisbane

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$329

A$325

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$329

A$325

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$399

A$349

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$330

A$322

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$330

A$322

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$337

A$329

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

A$1,053 → A$894

15%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

A$496 → A$359

28%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

A$496 → A$359

28%

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

A$496 → A$370

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Darwin - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Darwin to Brisbane are above the typical level at $701.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $178

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Brisbane, with a median price of $178.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 45m

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane typically take 3 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct routes

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is an option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Darwin to Brisbane are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Darwin main airports to depart from

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Brisbane.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$327

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Darwin to Brisbane.

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$324

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic and international connections.

📍 ~90 km from Brisbane (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~A$502

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Historically, the best time to book flights from Darwin to Brisbane for the cheapest prices is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight is around $355. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significant increase, with average prices rising to $992. For those planning further ahead, booking 14-27 days out averages $404, while booking 28-59 days in advance typically costs $802.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Darwin to Brisbane is considered a good price if it is $534 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $701. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $886 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify value when planning their trip.

Historically, December has offered the cheapest flights from Darwin to Brisbane, with a median price of $178. Other affordable months include April, with a median price of $297, and January, where the median price is $304. These months are typically more budget-friendly compared to the annual median price of $701 for this route.

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Darwin to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Darwin to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Brisbane

Regular price: A$309 - A$662

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

The regular price range for flights from Darwin to Brisbane is AUD309 to AUD662. The current lowest deal is AUD348 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 31-Nov 28.

now A$348

Low A$309

High A$662

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$153

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$839

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Brisbane

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$329

A$325

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$329

A$325

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$399

A$349

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$330

A$322

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$330

A$322

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Brisbane

Darwin (DRW) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$337

A$329

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

A$1,053 → A$894

15%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

A$496 → A$359

28%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

A$496 → A$359

28%

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

A$496 → A$370

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Darwin - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Darwin to Brisbane are above the typical level at $701.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $178

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Brisbane, with a median price of $178.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 45m

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane typically take 3 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct routes

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is an option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Darwin to Brisbane are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Darwin main airports to depart from

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Brisbane.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$327

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Darwin to Brisbane.

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$324

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic and international connections.

Brisbane, Australia

70% AI deal score

$1,356

$1,085

Save $271

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Cheap Flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Today’s best flight deals from Darwin to Brisbane

Darwin to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Darwin to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Darwin - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $178

Direct flights average 3h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct routes

Deals are frequent for this route

Darwin main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Oct 23

Oct 20

Oct 22

Oct 20

Oct 19

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How early should I book Darwin to Brisbane flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Darwin to Brisbane?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Darwin to Brisbane?

What percentage of Darwin to Brisbane flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

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

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Darwin to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Darwin to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Direct flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

Darwin - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $178

Direct flights average 3h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct routes

Deals are frequent for this route

Darwin main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Oct 23

Oct 20

Oct 22

Oct 20

Oct 19

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How early should I book Darwin to Brisbane flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Darwin to Brisbane?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Darwin to Brisbane?

What percentage of Darwin to Brisbane flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

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

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