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Darwin.$485 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $485, select.
Darwin.$560 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $560, select.
Darwin.$567 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.
Darwin.$585 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul, returning Sun, 27 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.
Darwin.$595 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.
Darwin.$634 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $634, select.
Darwin.$640 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $640, select.
Darwin.$641 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Canberra to Darwin flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from $485
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Canberra to Darwin: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Canberra to Darwin below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Darwin.

Canberra to Darwin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$485
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Darwin is $485. 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.
4 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Canberra to Darwin.
Qantas and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Canberra to Darwin.
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Canberra to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Darwin is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Darwin Airport on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 25 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 Darwin 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 Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know

  • Darwin is one hour 30 minutes behind Canberra and follows the UTC+9:30 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CBR to DRW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport. Just deselect '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 CBR and DRW:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Currently, $235 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $485. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CBR to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CBR to DRW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • Of the flights that depart from Canberra Airport, 72.61% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Canberra Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CBR:

Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Reserve a hotel close to DRW if you're catching a late Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Grab a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Darwin International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.

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.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CBR to DRW in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Kununurra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, head for Leanyer, about 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den are among the biggest draws.

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