Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin is 16 hours 30 minutes ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC+9:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your YVR to DRW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight is $793. A return ticket is currently $2,792. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from YVR to DRW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from YVR to DRW.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel near DRW if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Darwin International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you want to visit Darwin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to DRW sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Leanyer is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No trip is complete without visiting Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
