AU$ 279 Cheap Flights from Gove to Darwin

Situated on the Timor Sea, the capital of the Northern Territory of Australia, Darwin is the largest city of this territory. It is also the wettest and the most northerly of the Australian cities. With a tropical climate and a wet and dry season, Darwin is a city that brings heavy downpour and stunning lightning, and it is built upon a low bluff overlooking the harbour and often sees increased cyclone activity.

The city is the ancestral home of the Larrakia people, and Darwin is rich in history and culture. Further, its proximity to South East Asia makes it serve a pivotal role in tourism and trade. Darwin is Top End's famous town with glorious beaches and nature parks. Darwin has thousands of visitors every year, making tourism one of the largest industries of the city.

Tip: Pack your swimsuits if you plan on visiting Darwin.

Getting to Darwin

The town is serviced by the Darwin International Airport (DRW), which offers daily flights from the domestic and international flights. It is the busiest airport in the Northern Territory and the only one serving Darwin.

The terminal carries out multiple flights every day. For a direct flight from Nhulunbuy through Gove Airport (GOV), go through flights offered by Air North and Qantas Airlines. For cheap flights to Darwin, look for connecting flights by Tiger Air and Jetstar airways among other service providers.

Tip: Booking in advance will help you get those windows seats or the business class seats.

Things to do in Darwin

Head to the Mindil Beach located in the suburb of The Gardens near the city's central business district, where visitors can enjoy sandy shoreline with sunsets and a scenic view and at night stroll around the market where vendors sell handicrafts and food. Next for some more nature-loving head to Crocosaurus Cove which exhibits reptiles, turtles and crocodiles in a caged environment.

Visit the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which is a 42-hectare spread of native and tropical flora, and it features an onsite cafe, well-defined paths, and spots for you to have a picnic on with gorgeous fountains and natural beauty.

Head south of the city center to Berry Springs Nature Park where you can snorkel and swim in a series of adjoined waterholes surrounded by colorful birds, the nature park is a great spot for you to sunbathe and relax and have a barbecue at the same time. You can explore Darwin's military history through its expansive museum, which tells the tales of war, enemy attacks, bomber planes, and much more.

Tip: Set sail on one of the many harbour cruises to enjoy Darwin's fabulous sunsets.

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