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Find the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Adelaide to Darwin flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Adelaide to Darwin: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Adelaide to Darwin below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Darwin.

Adelaide to Darwin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$232
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week99

Finding cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Adelaide to Darwin is $232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Adelaide to Darwin.
Qantas, Air New Zealand and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Adelaide to Darwin.
As of May 2024, there are 99 flights per week flying from Adelaide to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Darwin is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Darwin Airport on Friday, 21 February 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Darwin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Adelaide to Darwin

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The cheapest tickets from Adelaide to Darwin are generally found in September, providing an excellent opportunity for savvy travellers to secure a bargain on their next adventure.

Handy information about Adelaide airport

Adelaide Airport, serving the namesake city of South Australia, features two terminals to cater to travellers' needs. Terminal 1 operates for both international and domestic flights. Travellers have several transport options from Terminal 1, including taxis, rideshare services, public buses, shuttle buses, and car rentals to facilitate easy access to and from the city centre. Terminal 2, meanwhile, is tailored to low-cost carriers and primarily handles domestic traffic. Similar transport services are available from Terminal 2, ensuring connectivity with the heart of Adelaide. Both terminals at Adelaide Airport are designed to serve as gateways for travellers looking to explore the region or move further afield.

Darwin airport: good to know

Darwin Airport serves as the key gateway to Northern Australia. The airport consists of terminals: Terminal 1 (T1), which accommodates international and domestic flights, and Terminal 2 (T2), which is tailored for domestic flights operated by low-cost carriers and charter services. In T1, passengers can find check-in counters, and baggage services, undergo security screening, and customs and immigration facilities for international travel. Transportation from T1 includes options for taxis, rental cars, and shuttle services to reach their final destination. T2, while focused on domestic journeys, also provides essential facilities, including check-in counters, baggage processing, and security checks, and it also offers a range of transportation options such as taxis, rental cars, and airport shuttles to connect travellers with the city and beyond. Get to grips with airport transport options for a seamless journey when you fly from Adelaide to Darwin.

Best time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin

The best time to fly from Adelaide to Darwin is during the dry season, between May and October when you'll enjoy lower humidity, minimal rainfall, and comfortable temperatures between 19°C and 30°C. This period offers clear skies ideal for outdoor activities and exploration. Travel outside the wet season from November to April to avoid heavy rainfall and extreme weather events. Whether you want to explore Darwin's outdoors or soak in its tropical weather, this is your window for the most pleasant experience.

Reasons to visit Darwin

When planning your trip to Darwin, check out the city's famed activities and attractions. Revel in culture and entertainment at the Darwin Festival, an annual event that turns the town into a thriving hub for artists and performers. Explore the diversity of Australia's native wildlife and landscape at Kakadu National Park, a World Heritage Site just a short trip away. Escape to Litchfield National Park to encounter stunning waterfalls and plunge pools. Round off your evenings at Mindil Beach Sunset Market, where you can sample global cuisine as the sun dips below the horizon.

Add hotel bookings and car hire to your Adelaide to Darwin flight

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