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Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$ 143 and round-trip from US$ 294. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Tue, Oct 6 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Fri, Oct 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 294 US$ 433
        32% off
        32% off
        US$ 433 US$ 294
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Wed, Nov 4 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 30m
        Direct
        DRW 23:25
        Sydney - Darwin | Fri, Nov 6 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 296 US$ 433
        32% off
        32% off
        US$ 433 US$ 296
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 30m
        Direct
        DRW 23:25
        Sydney - Darwin | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 296 US$ 433
        32% off
        32% off
        US$ 433 US$ 296
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Nov 23 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 30m
        Direct
        DRW 23:25
        Sydney - Darwin | Fri, Nov 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 298
        31% off
        US$ 433 US$ 298
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Oct 12 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 303
        30% off
        US$ 433 US$ 303
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 30m
        Direct
        DRW 23:25
        Sydney - Darwin | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 317
        27% off
        US$ 433 US$ 317
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 320
        26% off
        US$ 433 US$ 320
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Wed, Oct 7 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Sun, Oct 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 328
        24% off
        US$ 433 US$ 328
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Tue, Oct 13 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 330
        24% off
        US$ 433 US$ 330
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 330
        24% off
        US$ 433 US$ 330
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Thu, Oct 8 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Mon, Oct 12 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 330
        24% off
        US$ 433 US$ 330
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Sat, Oct 10 | Jetstar Airways
        SYD 20:25
        4h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 23:30
        Sydney - Darwin | Wed, Oct 14 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 333
        23% off
        US$ 433 US$ 333
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SYD 14:00
        Darwin - Sydney | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
        SYD 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        DRW 16:00
        Sydney - Darwin | Tue, Sep 29 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 143 US$ 220
        35% off
        35% off
        US$ 220 US$ 143
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Sat, Nov 14 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 150 US$ 220
        32% off
        32% off
        US$ 220 US$ 150
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Thu, Nov 12 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 150 US$ 220
        32% off
        32% off
        US$ 220 US$ 150
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 30m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Thu, Nov 5 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 152
        31% off
        US$ 220 US$ 152
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 30m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Wed, Nov 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 152
        31% off
        US$ 220 US$ 152
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 161
        27% off
        US$ 220 US$ 161
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Nov 2 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 162
        26% off
        US$ 220 US$ 162
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Mon, Nov 16 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 162
        26% off
        US$ 220 US$ 162
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 163
        26% off
        US$ 220 US$ 163
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Sat, Nov 7 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 163
        26% off
        US$ 220 US$ 163
      • DRW 00:10
        4h 35m
        Direct
        SYD 06:15
        Darwin - Sydney | Sat, Oct 31 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 165
        25% off
        US$ 220 US$ 165
      • DRW 00:15
        4h 25m
        Direct
        SYD 06:10
        Darwin - Sydney | Fri, Oct 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 169
        23% off
        US$ 220 US$ 169
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SYD 14:00
        Darwin - Sydney | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, the best time to buy is in January, with an average price of US$ 178. You’ll want to avoid August, when the average price can reach as high as US$ 334.

US$ 334
US$ 256
US$ 178
US$ 100
    Cheapest
  • US$ 275
    Sep
  • US$ 316
    Oct
  • US$ 241
    Nov
  • US$ 313
    Dec
  • US$ 178
    Jan
  • US$ 229
    Feb
  • US$ 255
    Mar
  • US$ 233
    Apr
  • US$ 288
    May
  • US$ 296
    Jun
  • US$ 302
    Jul
  • US$ 334
    Aug

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, February is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average price of US$ 304. In contrast, March is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching US$ 1,242.

US$ 1,242
US$ 773
US$ 304
0
    Cheapest
  • US$ 495
    Sep
  • US$ 421
    Oct
  • US$ 442
    Nov
  • US$ 662
    Dec
  • US$ 470
    Jan
  • US$ 304
    Feb
  • US$ 1,242
    Mar
  • US$ 656
    Apr
  • US$ 577
    May
  • US$ 652
    Jun
  • US$ 707
    Jul
  • US$ 627
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Friday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

US$ 310
US$ 275
US$ 240
US$ 205
  • US$ 251
    Mon
  • US$ 240
    Tue
  • US$ 302
    Wed
  • US$ 267
    Thu
  • US$ 310
    Fri
  • US$ 272
    Sat
  • US$ 263
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$ 143) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$ 143
Qantas Airways
From US$ 177
Virgin Australia
From US$ 188
Airnorth
From US$ 573

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What is the flight schedule from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Darwin to Sydney and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ671

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    4h 25m

    06:10

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  2. QF843

    Darwin International Airport

    01:35

    DRW

    4h 20m

    06:25

    SYD

    S M - W T F S
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  3. VA1350

    Darwin International Airport

    12:45

    DRW

    4h 25m

    17:40

    SYD

    S - T - T F S
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About Darwin International Airport and Kingsford Smith Airport

Learn about Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 3,157.9km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$ 143
Cheapest return ticket price US$ 294

FAQs for Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport takes about 4 hours 4 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 3 daily flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
  • The earliest flight from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport departs at 01:15, and the last departs at 13:05, with about 4 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$ 374 in September, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 06:05 and arrives in Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 12:05.
  • The latest flight departs from Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 17:55 and arrives in Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 22:40.
    • The distance from Kingsford Smith Airport to downtown is about 8km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is Shellharbour Airport. The distance is around 76km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 2403 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport currently start from US$ 143, and round-trip fares start from US$ 294. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Mon, Oct 19; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Jetstar Airways and Virgin Australia operate direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average flight time of 3 hours 55 minutes, and around 21 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is US$ 325. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$ 143. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Darwin International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport operates around 24 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Jetstar Airways and Virgin Australia. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Darwin International Airport and Kingsford Smith Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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