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Cheapest round-trip
$241
Typical prices: $288-$506
Jetstar
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
ADL - DRW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $170-$330
Jetstar
Tue 10/30
ADL - DRW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways and Jetstar. Average duration is 3h 48m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Jetstar
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 30% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Brisbane (BNE)
Cheapest • Avg $497 (round-trip)
Melbourne (MEL)
Shortest trip • 7h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Darwin (ADL-DRW)

 

Cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$241Jetstar
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 17
Jetstar Logo
1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$242Jetstar
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Jetstar Logo
2:10 pm - 5:00 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 50mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$274Jetstar
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
Jetstar Logo
2:10 pm - 5:00 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 50mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$294Jetstar
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Jetstar Logo
1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$322Jetstar
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$328Jetstar
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$329Jetstar
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 17
Jetstar Logo
1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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4:50 pm - 9:35 amDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
15h 45m1 stop Melbourne
$333Jetstar
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$335Jetstar
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Jetstar Logo
1:45 pm - 4:30 pmADL  Adelaide-DRW Darwin
3h 45mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 10:05 pmDRW  Darwin-ADL Adelaide
3h 45mnonstop
$339Jetstar

Price, demand and travel trends for Adelaide to Darwin flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

Round-trip flights from Adelaide to Darwin typically range from $288 to $506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $241, on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Darwin. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Darwin at $256 round-trip.
•December ($484) and June ($449) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Adelaide to Darwin the cheapest?

Flights from Adelaide to Darwin are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Adelaide to Darwin flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$155
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 9% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Adelaide to Darwin

When to book flights from Adelaide to Darwin

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Your Adelaide to Darwin flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Adelaide to Darwin:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:55 am and lands at 11:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:30 pm and lands at 11:18 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 48m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Adelaide to Darwin.

  • How long is a flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

    A nonstop flight from Adelaide to Darwin takes 3h 48m, covering 1,628 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Darwin flight?

    Round-trip flights from Adelaide to Darwin range from $288 to $506, with an average of $365 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Adelaide to Darwin flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $365 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Adelaide to Darwin?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $358 round-trip, compared to $497 via a layover through Brisbane (BNE).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Jetstar is the only airline operating Adelaide to Darwin flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $24–$53 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Adelaide to Darwin spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Darwin flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Adelaide to Darwin changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $241 to $1,602. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Adelaide to Darwin looking right now?

    One-way fares from Adelaide to Darwin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $293, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Darwin Airport (DRW)?

    Darwin Airport (DRW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Flights from Adelaide to Darwin usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Adelaide to Darwin?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Adelaide to Darwin route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 35m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Darwin pass through?

    One-stop flights from Adelaide to Darwin most commonly connect through:

    • Melbourne (MEL) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Adelaide to Darwin. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $408, a difference of $66.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

    2 airlines operate flights between Adelaide and Darwin. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Qantas Airways
    • Jetstar

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 9h 17m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 9h 25m via Brisbane (BNE).

  • What is the time difference between Adelaide and Darwin?

    Darwin is 1 hour behind Adelaide (Central Australia Time vs Central Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Darwin?

    Bicentennial Park is one of the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Adelaide to Darwin flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Adelaide to Darwin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $342, about $66 less than Tuesday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Darwin trip for March. Fares historically average $256 round-trip in that month - typically $228 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Darwin Airport.

    • Novotel Darwin Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Adelaide to Darwin?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Adelaide Airport to Darwin Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Adelaide to Darwin

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Darwin to Adelaide

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

Jetstar,Qantas Airways

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