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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $923. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Darwin.$909 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.

Darwin.$923 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $923, select.

Darwin.$932 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $932, select.

Darwin.$977 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $977, select.

Darwin.$993 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Darwin.$1,017 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,017, select.

Darwin.$1,023 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,023, select.

Darwin.$1,059 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,059, select.

Darwin.$1,066 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,066, select.

Darwin.$1,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Mon, 14 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,069, select.

Darwin.$1,104 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,104, select.

Darwin.$1,124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,124, select.

Darwin.$1,198 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jul, returning Sat, 10 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 3 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sat, 10 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,198, select.

Darwin.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.

Darwin.$2,136 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Fri, 7 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,136, select.

Darwin.$2,453 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,453, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Darwin

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

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Auckland International to Darwin: Alternative routes

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Auckland to Darwin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$909
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Auckland International to Darwin?

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Darwin is $909. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Auckland International to Darwin?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Auckland International to Darwin. But we found flights with one or more stops from $909.

How many flights are there a week from Auckland International to Darwin?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Auckland International to Darwin.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland International to Darwin?

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Darwin is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport on Saturday, 7 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Auckland International Airport and Darwin Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Darwin?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Darwin?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland International Airport to Darwin with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Darwin Airport (DRW): what you need to know

Darwin is three hours 30 minutes behind Auckland and follows the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AKL to DRW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between AKL and DRW include:
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
- Brisbane Airport
- Cairns Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Darwin Airport (DRW)

$356 is currently the best price for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport flight. A return flight starts from $909. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to DRW.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport.

Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland International Airport, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Auckland International Airport from central Auckland, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near AKL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Darwin Airport (DRW)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Pick up a Darwin Airport rental car and discover Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Darwin Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

When to fly to Darwin Airport (DRW)

It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland International Airport to Darwin Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to DRW in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.