Travelling from Dubai to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport (DRW). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the main airports in Dubai.
Darwin is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin, which runs on the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to DRW. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Dubai to DRW with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and DRW include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Perth Airport (PER)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can arrive at DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to DRW flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of flights out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Grab a Darwin International Airport rental car and discover Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dubai 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 central Darwin is about 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
R 6,686 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Darwin International Airport. Return flights start from R 12,388. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to DRW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Darwin International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Find the best deal on a flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport (DRW). July is when most people travel to Darwin. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book a Dubai to DRW plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Darwin to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Darwin International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Darwin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Darwin right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Darwin International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Darwin when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Skytour Air Safaris followed by Mindil Beach and Mindil Beach Park.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south-east of Darwin, a trip to Katherine East will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre, Cutta Cutta Caves and Skate park.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Australia, consider Katherine, about 274 kilometres south-east of Darwin. Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River are key reasons to visit.
