Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin is 16 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to DRW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SFO and DRW:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight is $2,915. A round-trip ticket is currently $2,688. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to DRW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Darwin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast to explore Darwin and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Darwin International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to central Darwin has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Darwin. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Darwin is November, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to DRW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin, Leanyer is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
