£137 Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £137 for one-way flights and £353 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£353 Return, found 2 days ago
£353
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £353 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£354 Return, found 2 days ago
£354
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £354 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£357 Return, found 2 days ago
£357
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £357 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£358 Return, found 2 days ago
£358
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £358 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£362 Return, found 2 days ago
£362
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £362 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 21 Oct - Fri, 25 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£381 Return, found 2 days ago
£381
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 21 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 25 Oct, priced at £381 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 14 Jun - Fri, 21 Jun
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£381 Return, found 2 days ago
£381
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 14 Jun from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Fri, 21 Jun, priced at £381 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 9 Oct - Mon, 14 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£382 Return, found 6 days ago
£382
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 9 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Mon, 14 Oct, priced at £382 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 9 Oct - Mon, 14 Oct
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£386 Return, found 6 days ago
£386
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 9 Oct from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Mon, 14 Oct, priced at £386 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 29 Nov - Thu, 5 Dec
DRW
Darwin
MEL
Melbourne
£392 Return, found 2 days ago
£392
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 29 Nov from Darwin to Melbourne, returning Thu, 5 Dec, priced at £392 found 2 days ago
Flight from Darwin to Melbourne route information
Origin airport
Darwin Intl.
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
£353
Distance
3114 km
Average flight time
4 hours 42 mins

Compare flights from Darwin to Melbourne easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Darwin to Melbourne. Operating between them 8 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Qantas, China Eastern Airlines, Virgin Australia, United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines fly direct, getting you to Tullamarine in just 5hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Darwin Intl. to Tullamarine.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Darwin Intl. (DRW) to Tullamarine (MEL) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Darwin to Melbourne today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Darwin Intl. to Tullamarine start at just £353 and range up to £392.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Darwin and Melbourne
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Darwin to Melbourne flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Darwin Intl. to Tullamarine for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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 £353. 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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