Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin's timezone is UTC+9:30, making Darwin eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Amsterdam.
To ensure you get on your AMS to DRW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the AMS to DRW route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport flight is $728. A return fare is currently $1,379. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from AMS to DRW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol make it to their destination on time.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near AMS:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport flight. Reserve 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.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Darwin International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Darwin. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Darwin. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Darwin International Airport for November if you'd like to visit Darwin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to DRW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Darwin, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 434 kilometres south-west to Kununurra to tick off its top attractions. From Mirima National Park to El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin, Leanyer is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.