Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
3 hours 34 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport. Darwin is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Perth and operates on the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Flights from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport start at 06:15 — the earliest with Qantas. The last departure is the 19:35 service with Qantas. In total, you can choose from 56 services every week from PER to DRW.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Darwin (and then discovering more of Australia!) is simple with Virgin Australia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PER and DRW are:
Adelaide Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within Australia. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from PER to DRW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport is $232. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $477. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PER to DRW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from PER to DRW every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Travelling from central Perth to Perth Airport takes around 28 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy way to start to your holiday? Stay near PER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Consider booking a hotel close to DRW if you're catching a late flight from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Darwin. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Perth Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PER to DRW in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Darwin
Start your Darwin trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from PER to DRW, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Mindil Beach, Crocosaurus Cove and Crocodylus Park are must-visits when exploring Darwin.
Complete your Darwin trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Darwin.
