Question 1

How long does a flight from Sydney to Darwin take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights take on average 4h 40m to travel the 5,072 km between Sydney and Darwin.

Question 2

How many flights are there between Sydney and Darwin per day?

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Each day, there are between 1 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Darwin, with an average flight time of 4h 41m. The most common departure time is 8:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 22 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Darwin?

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In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Darwin was C$ 197 for a one-way ticket and C$ 382 for a round-trip.

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Sydney and Darwin are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Qantas Airways (13 flights per week), Jetstar (5 flights per week), and Virgin Australia (4 flights per week).

Question 5

Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Darwin?

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When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at Darwin, also known as Darwin.

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from Sydney to Darwin?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 7:35 am and will be landing in Darwin at 11:55 am.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from Sydney to Darwin?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Darwin jets off at 8:25 pm and lands at 12:30 am.

Question 8

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Only Scoot offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to Darwin flight route.

Question 9

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Darwin flight route.

Question 10

On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Sydney to Darwin on a daily basis.

Question 11

How can I get from Darwin Airport to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

You can get the Darwin Airport shuttle bus from the airport to the city centre, which will take about 20min and cost around A$ 18. This operates 24/7, so it is a reliable way for you to complete your journey.

Question 12

Are there direct flights from Sydney Airport to Darwin Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Sydney Airport to Darwin Airport. You can catch a flight with low-cost airlines such as Jetstar. Alternatively, you could fly with Qantas Airways, which is likely to have better facilities on board.

Question 13

Are there airport hotels I can stay at before my flight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, should you want to stay at a hotel before you fly, Sydney Airport has several options for you. You could stay at hotels such as Holiday Inn Express or Mantra Hotel, which are both located close to the terminal building. This is a great choice for those that might have an early flight the next day.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Darwin?

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The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Darwin is October, where tickets cost C$ 467 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 603 and C$ 581 respectively.

Question 15

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Darwin?

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KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Darwin.

Question 16

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Darwin from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 17

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Darwin with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

Question 18

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Darwin from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 19

How often are flights from Sydney to Darwin delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Sydney and Darwin historically see delays in approximately 19% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 94 minutes.

Question 20

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Darwin flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Qantas Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 17% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 21

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Monday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 22

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Darwin flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 23

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Sydney and Darwin?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 24

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sydney to Darwin were found on Jetstar (C$ 382) and Virgin Australia (C$ 552).

Question 25

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Darwin, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 26

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 550 on average.

Question 27

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Darwin?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Darwin from Sydney usually cost between C$ 421 and C$ 659 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 382 on Jetstar (21 Sep–26 Sep).

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