Flying from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport (DRW) departing from here.
Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. The city operates on the UTC+9:30 timezone and is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to DRW.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to DRW, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is one option when leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Driving from central Johannesburg to HLA usually takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to DRW flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Pick up a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to the centre of Darwin is about 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Right now, $969 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,042. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg to DRW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport (DRW). July is when most people visit Darwin. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Lock in a Johannesburg to DRW flight ticket departing in November if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Darwin to range from 26ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC.
More about Darwin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Darwin right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Darwin International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Skytour Air Safaris, Mindil Beach and Mindil Beach Park are essential stops on your Darwin itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres south-east of Darwin, a trip to Katherine East will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre, Cutta Cutta Caves and Skate park.
Katherine is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Darwin. No journey is complete without seeing Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River.