Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Flights from Los Angeles to Darwin usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Darwin.

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Darwin pass through?

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Darwin most commonly connect through: • Brisbane (BNE) - 50% of one-stop connections • Melbourne (MEL) - 42% of one-stop connections • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 8% of one-stop connections Brisbane (BNE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Los Angeles to Darwin route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,120 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,176, a difference of $1,056. 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 popular places can I visit in Darwin?

Some of the most popular sights in Darwin are Darwin Waterfront and Bicentennial Park. These are among the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Darwin?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Darwin takes 0h 00m, covering 7,871 miles.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Darwin?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Darwin: • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am. The flight takes about 0h 00m.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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 $1,141 to $4,571. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Darwin looking right now?

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Darwin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $862, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 58m, compared with 27h 30m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 31h 31m via Melbourne (MEL).

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Darwin?

Darwin is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Australia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Darwin flight?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Darwin range from $1,390 to $2,022, with an average of $1,651 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,390 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Air New Zealand ($1,141) and Qantas Airways ($1,187) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Darwin according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Brisbane (BNE) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Darwin route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via BNE.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Darwin?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,295. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Darwin which airport offers the shortest layover?

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Darwin layovers at 718 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$1,141

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Typical prices: $570-$717

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Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest • Avg $1,295 (round-trip)

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

Shortest trip • 27h 30m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Darwin

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:10 pm - 12:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

45h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 11:25 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

40h 05m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

$1,141Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:10 pm - 12:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

45h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 11:25 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

40h 05m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

$1,179Air New Zealand

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

9:30 pm - 11:55 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

21h 55m1 stop Brisbane

12:45 pm - 5:05 pmDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

20h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$1,187Qantas Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

33h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 8:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,215Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8

8:00 pm - 11:10 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

45h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:00 pm - 10:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

39h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl

$1,225Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

33h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 6:00 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

34h 40m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,244Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

33h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 8:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,259Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:35 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

33h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 6:00 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

34h 40m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,263Qantas Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

33h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:50 pm - 6:00 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

34h 40m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,288Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Nov 14

10:55 pm - 12:10 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

32h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

12:50 pm - 8:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,294Qantas Airways