Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Darwin is 30 minutes behind Brisbane and is in the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Flights from BNE to DRW start from 08:45 — the first with Qantas. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with Qantas. In total, there are 151 weekly Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your BNE to DRW flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. When you're ready to start your Darwin holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Australia:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
With 78.69% of its services arriving as planned, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier offering BNE to DRW flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BNE and DRW:
Alice Springs Airport
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Right now, $140 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $280. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BNE to DRW.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of the departures from Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you're getting in on a late Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near DRW:
Hit the road running by picking up a Darwin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and explore beyond Darwin's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get 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 driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Darwin. If you prefer a more low-key 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 Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BNE to DRW sometime around then if you'd rather travel 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 the sights of 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.
