Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
A direct flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes on average 4 hours 13 minutes. The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, making it 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Darwin.
Every week, there are 28 flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, select the 00:20 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from DRW to MEL is 21:30 with Jetstar.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
One simple trip from DRW to MEL is all it takes to get to Melbourne, Australia. You'll have a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, including:
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between DRW and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
Adelaide Airport
When flying domestically within Australia, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show some kind of identity document, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from DRW to MEL, check your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
ج.م. 5,363 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 10,727. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from DRW to MEL.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Darwin International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to DRW? If you're on an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MEL:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 42 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to visit Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12 ºC and 29 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from DRW to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4 ºC and 13 ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from DRW to MEL:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the major attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eureka Skydeck 88.
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