Cheap flights from Sydney to Darwin from $218
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin are usually found in February or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Darwin
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Darwin (DRW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
Round-trip from | $361 |
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One-way from | $218 |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $586 |
Good round-trip deal | $471 or less |
Good one-way deal | $244 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to DarwinExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 21/7
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Wed 23/7
01:20-06:10
Nonstop4h 20m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 20/8
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Sun 14/9
00:35-07:25
1 stop6h 20m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 25/7
18:30-00:45
1 stop6h 45m
Darwin
Sun 27/7
01:30-08:10
1 stop6h 10m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 29/7
16:35-00:50
1 stop8h 45m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 23/7
16:00-00:45
1 stop9h 15m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 26/7
20:35-00:45
Nonstop4h 40m
SydneyDarwin
SYD - DRW
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 15/8
20:30-17:45
2 stops21h 45m
Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Darwin
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Darwin
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Darwin (average of $312). Flying from Sydney to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $436). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to DRW?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
When flying from Sydney to Darwin, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Darwin
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Darwin. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
The most flights from SYD to DRW are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
Rainfall in Darwin by month
Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Darwin ranges from 0.0 - 400.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Darwin when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
Temperature in Darwin by month
Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Darwin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Darwin. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Darwin. Reviews last updated 12 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Darwin, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,May 2025
SYD - LAX
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Anonymous,May 2025
SYD - LAX
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Anonymous,May 2025
SYD - LAX
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Anonymous,May 2025
SYD - LAX
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