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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 4/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Tue 10/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 11/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 11/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 11/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 11/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 24/12
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Thu 31/12
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 17/12
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Mon 8/2
19:05-08:50
1 stop12h 15m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 25/12
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Thu 31/12
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 18/11
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Tue 24/11
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 7/1
20:25-23:25
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Fri 8/1
00:10-06:15
Nonstop4h 35m
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Darwin
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Darwin?
Prices are currently low for flights on this route.
Typical prices usually range from €268 to €373.The lowest price recently found on this route was €258.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Darwin?
The cheapest month to fly to Darwin from Sydney is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around €296, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Darwin in August, then you should wait until January to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of €301.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Darwin from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Darwin for around €334 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Darwin from Sydney for as low as €237 on momondo.
How often are flights from Sydney to Darwin delayed?
Historically, on average around 18% of flights between Sydney and Darwin have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Darwin flights?
Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Darwin flights?
According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Darwin on average per day?
13 flights are operational daily from Sydney to Darwin as of October 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 60% of flights per day taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Darwin on average per week?
93 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to Darwin as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Darwin
How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin by plane?
The straight-line distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin is 3146.8 km.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Darwin Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Darwin Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Darwin Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Darwin Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Darwin Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Darwin Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Darwin Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Darwin?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Sydney to Darwin is Airbus A320-100/200 (37.42% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (35.57%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (23.31%), and Airbus A380-800 (0.77%).
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to Darwin?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Sydney to Darwin for you.
Can I find flights from Sydney to Darwin with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Darwin from Sydney with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to Darwin?
Once you have performed a search for Sydney to Darwin flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
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