Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Melbourne is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Darwin and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Every week, there are 28 Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, go for the 00:20 Qantas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:40 with Virgin Australia Regional.
Leave enough time to catch your DRW to MEL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, so getting to Melbourne (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
With a dependable 80.0% of services arriving on schedule, Qantas is the most punctual carrier offering DRW to MEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between DRW and MEL:
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is C$150. A return fare right now is C$258. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DRW to MEL.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DRW to MEL.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
When it comes to Darwin International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.13% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
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 arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DRW? If you're catching an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're getting in on a late Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near MEL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRW to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Australia, head for Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key reasons to visit.
