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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Darwin

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Darwin? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Darwin.$1,964 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,964, select.
Darwin.$2,619 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,619, select.
Darwin.$2,621 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,621, select.
Darwin.$3,259 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,259, select.

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Los Angeles International to Darwin: Alternative routes

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

Los Angeles to Darwin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,964
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Darwin is $1,964. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles International to Darwin. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,964.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Darwin is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Darwin Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is 16 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.

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

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LAX and DRW include:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Currently, $1,018 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,964. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from LAX to DRW, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LAX to DRW.

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

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • If you're landing on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near DRW:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and see more of Darwin and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Darwin International Airport around four weeks before travelling.

Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin

  • Darwin International Airport to central Darwin has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Darwin based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you want to explore 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 LAX to DRW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Darwin, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 434 kilometres south-west to Kununurra to tick off its leading attractions. From Mirima National Park to El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, consider Leanyer, roughly 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den are the start of reasons to visit.

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