Are there direct flights from Perth to Darwin?

Historically, approximately 28.8% of flights from Perth to Darwin have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days is two. While direct options are available, a significant portion of the routes involve connections. Travelers should consider this when planning their trip.

How many hours is the flight from Perth to Darwin?

The typical direct flight from Perth to Darwin has a median duration of 3 hours and 35 minutes. This route covers a distance of 2652 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 13 hours. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Perth to Darwin?

Historically, good prices on flights from Perth to Darwin have been observed with frequent regularity. This indicates that travelers on this route often have opportunities to find competitive fares. The pricing trends across the trailing 30 days suggest that deals appear consistently. Therefore, it is generally a route where good value can be found.

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2027-02-09 – 2027-02-17
PER - Darwin
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A$607
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Perth to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Perth to Darwin

Flights from Perth to Darwin typically range from $419–$1075, with a median of $778. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings if you track prices. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Perth to Darwin may require some flexibility.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Perth to Darwin, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $218. Following February, November also offers lower prices, with a median of $292, and September is another cost-effective option at a median of $308. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

The typical journey from Perth to Darwin takes about 3h 35m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting flight time is considerably longer, at 14h 30m. This route covers a distance of 2652 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

For direct flights from Perth to Darwin, only 28.8% of recent fares are non-stop, meaning most itineraries connect at least once. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, travelers should generally expect to include connections in their journey.

How much is a round trip from Perth to Darwin

Regular price: A$521 - A$1,022

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

The regular price range for flights from Perth to Darwin is AUD521 to AUD1022. The current lowest deal is AUD603 with Indonesia AirAsia, for travel from Feb 9-Feb 17.

now A$603

Low A$521

High A$1,022

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Darwin

The cheapest month to fly from Perth to Darwin is December, with a median price of $276. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $976. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$276

March

Most Expensive

Flights from A$976

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Direct flights from Perth to Darwin

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Perth to Darwin

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

QantasLink

A$2,111

A$2,027

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

QantasLink

A$2,124

A$2,076

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$2,111

A$1,404

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

Jetstar

A$1,909

A$1,769

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

QantasLink

A$2,129

A$1,832

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Darwin

Perth (PER) - Darwin (DRW)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,766

A$1,109

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

A$2,061 → A$1,287

38%

2 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 21

A$1,947 → A$1,213

38%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

A$2,061 → A$1,403

32%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

A$2,061 → A$1,428

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Perth to Darwin

Perth - Darwin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Perth to Darwin are above the typical level, with a median of $778.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $218 for flights from Perth to Darwin.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 35m.

The median flight duration for direct routes from Perth to Darwin is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 71.2% of routes, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights.

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines provides direct flight options from Perth to Darwin.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Perth to Darwin are frequently available, appearing often within 30 days.

Perth main airports to depart from

Perth (PER)

Cheapest

Perth Airport (PER) is a convenient departure point for flights to Darwin.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$496

Darwin main airports to arrive at

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~6 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$559

Airports nearby Darwin used as alternative

RAAF Base Tindal (KTR)

Consider RAAF Base Tindal as a primary regional alternative for the Top End, despite fewer flight frequencies.

📍 ~260 km from Darwin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,746

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Darwin

$1,028

Save $3,049

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Darwin

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Perth to Darwin is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $405. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $1236. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $670, indicating that planning a few weeks ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Perth to Darwin is considered to be $419 or less. The median price for this route has been $778. Prices can go as high as $1075 or more for the upper quartile of fares. Therefore, if you find a fare at or below $419, it represents a competitive offer.

Across the trailing quarter, February historically offers the cheapest flights from Perth to Darwin, with a median price of $218. November also presents favorable pricing, with a median of $292. September has shown a median price of $308, making these months generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $778 for this route. Travelers seeking lower fares might consider these months for their journeys.

Perth to Darwin: Overview

Insights for flights from Perth to Darwin

How much is a round trip from Perth to Darwin

Regular price: A$521 - A$1,022

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

The regular price range for flights from Perth to Darwin is AUD521 to AUD1022. The current lowest deal is AUD603 with Indonesia AirAsia, for travel from Feb 9-Feb 17.

now A$603

Low A$521

High A$1,022

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Darwin

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$276

March

Most Expensive

Flights from A$976

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec