Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Zurich.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ZRH to DRW flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport flight is R 7,546. A round-trip fare right now is R 17,567. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to DRW, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to DRW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ZRH:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Pick up a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Darwin is November, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to DRW in July. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Darwin. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin, Leanyer is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.