Travelling from Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport is 1 hour.
The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Kununurra.
Each week, there are 20 Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, select the 07:30 Airnorth flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 16:25 with Airnorth.
To ensure you catch your KNX to DRW flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Darwin (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a cinch with Nexus Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Nexus Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport. Perth Airport is a popular stopover on the KNX to DRW route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Right now, R 2,921 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,704. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from KNX to DRW by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from KNX to DRW.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Kununurra Airport (KNX)
88.24% of flights leaving Kununurra Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from KNX.
Kununurra Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Kununurra. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near KNX:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel close to DRW if you're on a late Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and venture far and wide through Darwin and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Darwin. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The quietest month for a flight from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Darwin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Kununurra Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you'd like to go to Darwin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KNX to DRW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Leanyer is another essential stop in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No journey is complete without seeing Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
