Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to London: what you need to know
London is 9 hours 30 minutes behind Darwin, where Darwin International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from DRW to London, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Finding a stopover on your flight from DRW to London is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A key stop is Changi International Airport (SIN).
If you hold a passport from Australia and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Darwin International Airport to London.
DRW is around 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DRW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Darwin International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to London is $678. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,447. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DRW to London if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Darwin International Airport to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Darwin International Airport to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from DRW to London, rest your head at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Darwin International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to London, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Darwin International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from DRW to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After booking your flight from Darwin International Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
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