S$280 Cheap Flights from Darwin to Melbourne

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Cheap Flights from Darwin to Melbourne (DRW-MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$280 for one-way flights and S$530 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$530 Return, found 5 days ago
S$530
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 11 Feb from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 13 Feb, priced at S$530 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$571 Return, found 5 days ago
S$571
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 11 Feb from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 13 Feb, priced at S$571 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 9 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$572 Return, found 4 days ago
S$572
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Sat, 18 Oct, priced at S$572 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 6 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$575 Return, found 3 days ago
S$575
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 6 Dec from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at S$575 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sat, 6 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$579 Return, found 3 days ago
S$579
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 6 Dec from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at S$579 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sat, 6 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$601 Return, found 3 days ago
S$601
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 6 Dec from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at S$601 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$609 Return, found 5 days ago
S$609
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 11 Feb from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 13 Feb, priced at S$609 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$625 Return, found 5 days ago
S$625
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 11 Feb from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 13 Feb, priced at S$625 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 7 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$633 Return, found 3 days ago
S$633
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 7 Dec from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at S$633 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 17 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
S$635 Return, found 20 hours ago
S$635
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 17 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 23 Oct, priced at S$635 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$302 - S$516 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Darwin to Melbourne route information
Origin airport
Darwin Intl.
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
S$529
Distance
3114 km
Average flight time
4 hours 40 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Darwin Intl. Airport to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is S$530. But you better act fast. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Darwin Intl. Airport to Tullamarine Airport?
We understand that things come up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Darwin Intl. Airport to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for DRW to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from DRW to MEL?
Expect to be soaring through the sky for a while, as the flight distance between DRW and Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is 3,100 kilometres. Create a playlist of your favourite podcasts before you leave home to stay entertained during the journey.
Which airlines fly direct from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to Tullamarine Airport?
A popular airline that operates on the route from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to MEL is Virgin Australia (VA). It offers 30 flights every month. Offering 26 flights every month along this route, Qantas (QF) is another top pick.
Are Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to MEL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Darwin Intl. Airport to Tullamarine Airport last minute could be your ticket to a great deal. However, you might miss out on a flight altogether! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

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