Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Brisbane (BNE)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $364. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Brisbane.$330 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Brisbane.$330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Brisbane.$330 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Brisbane.$330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Brisbane.$357 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $357, select.

Brisbane.$361 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Brisbane.$364 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $364, select.

Brisbane.$364 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $364, select.

Brisbane.$372 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Brisbane.$372 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Brisbane.$374 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.

Brisbane.$374 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Darwin on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.

Brisbane.$374 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.

Brisbane.$392 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $392, select.

Brisbane.$393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.

Brisbane.$394 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $394, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Brisbane

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Darwin to Brisbane: Alternative routes

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

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Darwin to Brisbane: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$330
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	3 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	117

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Brisbane: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Darwin to Brisbane?

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Brisbane is $330. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Darwin to Brisbane?

3 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Darwin to Brisbane.

Which airlines fly direct from Darwin to Brisbane?

Qantas, IndiGo and Air New Zealand fly direct from Darwin to Brisbane.

How many flights are there a week from Darwin to Brisbane?

As of June 2026, there are 103 flights per week flying from Darwin to Brisbane.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Brisbane?

The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Brisbane is usually January.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport on Thursday, 7 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 51 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Brisbane?

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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Brisbane is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Brisbane.

Travelling from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Brisbane is 30 minutes ahead of Darwin and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Take your pick of 22 weekly Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport flights. The 00:25 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 16:25.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DRW to BNE flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport, so getting to Brisbane (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Qantas has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering DRW to BNE flights is Qantas. Its services land without delay 71.43% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport. These are the top stopovers between DRW and BNE:
- Sydney Airport
- Cairns Airport
- Alice Springs Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

$151 is the best price for a one-way Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Return flights start from $330. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DRW to BNE.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DRW to BNE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport.

Handy information about Darwin Airport (DRW)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Darwin Airport, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Darwin Airport from central Darwin, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DRW:

Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

If you have a late Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BNE:
Travel at your own pace with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Rental and venture far and wide through Brisbane and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Brisbane Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Brisbane. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Darwin Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you want to explore Brisbane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DRW to BNE in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

Gold Coast is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Brisbane. Around 72 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.