You can book flights from Darwin to Melbourne on this page, covering a distance of approximately 3,140 km. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Darwin Airport and transfer options to conveniently get from Melbourne Airport to the city center.
Flights are operated by Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia, with an average of 19 weekly flights. Ticket prices vary depending on demand, so use the low-fare calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Darwin → Melbourne on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Departures from Darwin International Airport airports, arrivals at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Darwin — Melbourne by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 438 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 792 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Darwin → Melbourne, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 591 | high | May | AED 442 | low | Sep | AED 494 | medium |
| Feb | AED 470 | low | Jun | AED 512 | medium | Oct | AED 503 | medium |
| Mar | AED 494 | medium | Jul | AED 591 | high | Nov | AED 456 | low |
| Apr | AED 442 | low | Aug | AED 550 | high | Dec | AED 573 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with an average daytime temperature of 26.3°C, while the coldest and wettest is July, when temperatures drop to 6.5°C. Rainfall peaks in October, whereas February and March are considered the driest periods.
The lowest fares are recorded in November — AED 432, and January — AED 435. The highest ticket prices are seen in July, starting AED 761, and in April — AED 781.
November is the ideal choice for a trip, combining moderate prices with comfortable spring weather. You should avoid flying in the middle of the Australian winter if you want to minimize costs and avoid frequent rainy days.
Three main airlines operate on this route: Qantas Airways, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. Most flights are direct, allowing you to cover the distance between cities as quickly as possible, with the national carrier and the low-cost airline Jetstar providing the highest frequency of departures. To see the detailed schedule and available days of the week, refer to the airline cards in the list below.
Flights Darwin — Melbourne depart from Darwin International Airport and arrive at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 3,140 km distance in approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, although the exact time depends on weather conditions and the chosen airline.
Three main Australian carriers operate regular flights: Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a total of about 19 departures per week.
Flights from Darwin arrive at Melbourne International Airport (MEL), which is the city's main gateway.
Flight prices change constantly; you can check the current minimum fares for your dates in the low-fare calendar and trend charts on this page.
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