Flying from Launceston Airport (LST) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin is one hour 30 minutes behind Launceston and follows the UTC+9:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LST to DRW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LST and DRW:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Right now, R 2,985 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,178. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LST to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LST to DRW.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)
68.35% of flights that leave from Launceston Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Launceston Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Launceston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to LST? If you've booked an early flight from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Darwin International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and explore beyond Darwin's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Darwin International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to the centre of Darwin has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Darwin in January.
Book your flight from Launceston Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you want to explore Darwin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LST to DRW sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
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 top attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Leanyer is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No trip is complete without a visit to Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
