Flying from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Darwin's timezone is UTC+9:30, which is the same as Alice Springs.
Flights from ASP to DRW start from 09:20 — the first with Qantas. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Qantas. In total, there are 16 weekly Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ASP to DRW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Qantas has direct flights from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Darwin — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.
Qantas is a leader in on-time performance for ASP to DRW flights, with 84.81% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between ASP and DRW include:
Adelaide Airport
Brisbane Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
$528 is the lowest price for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,058. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ASP to DRW.
The cheapest month for flights from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
When it comes to Alice Springs Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.7% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Alice Springs Airport from central Alice Springs, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport off to an easy start. Just a short drive from ASP, stay at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you're getting in on a late Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DRW:
Follow your own route with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and chase adventure across Darwin and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to the centre of Darwin has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ASP to DRW in July. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Leanyer is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No trip is complete without seeing Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.