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Flight deals from Darwin to Adelaide

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $376. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Adelaide.$132 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $132, select.
Adelaide.$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Adelaide.$149 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Adelaide.$149 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Adelaide.$149 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Adelaide.$149 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Adelaide.$149 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Adelaide.$156 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
Adelaide.$157 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $157, select.
Adelaide.$168 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.
Adelaide.$182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.
Adelaide.$182 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Adelaide

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Adelaide flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jun
from $168
Jul
from $182
Aug
from $149
Sep
from $145
Oct
from $149
Nov
from $149
Dec
from $182
Jan
from $149
Feb
from $132
Mar
from $149
Apr
from $156
May
from $157

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Darwin to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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Darwin to Adelaide: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$132
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week75

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Adelaide is $297. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Darwin to Adelaide.
Air New Zealand, Qantas and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Darwin to Adelaide.
As of June 2026, there are 75 flights per week flying from Darwin to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Adelaide is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Adelaide but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Flying from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport.

  • Adelaide is one hour ahead of Darwin and observes the UTC+10:30 timezone.

  • Flights from DRW to ADL start from 06:15 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 18:30 with Jetstar. In total, you can take your pick of 17 weekly Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DRW to ADL flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Qantas offers direct flights from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Adelaide — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.

  • With an impressive 82.86% of services arriving as scheduled, Qantas is the most punctual carrier for DRW to ADL flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DRW and ADL:

    • Sydney Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Alice Springs Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is $132. A return ticket right now is $297. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from DRW to ADL, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DRW to ADL.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Darwin Airport (DRW)

  • When it comes to Darwin Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Darwin Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DRW:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • Reserve a hotel close to ADL if you're taking a late Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car rental or East Coast and explore beyond Adelaide's main sights.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Adelaide Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Adelaide. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Darwin Airport to Adelaide Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DRW to ADL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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