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Cheap flights from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL)

DRW — MEL
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Darwin to Melbourne are usually found in January or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

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OneTravel
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$310
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Darwin-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Darwin-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Darwin-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Darwin-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Darwin-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Travel insights for flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Darwin to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,062). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DRW to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Darwin to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

The most flights from DRW to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Darwin (DRW) if they book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne. On average, Darwin has 8 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Darwin is conveniently located just 4.0 mi from Darwin’s city center.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider Cathay Pacific (100%), China Eastern (82%) or Air New Zealand (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Darwin to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,062). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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JetstarCheapest$240Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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