Travelling from London to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know
Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. The city follows the UTC+9:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from London to DRW.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to DRW even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Darwin International Airport (DRW) departing London Gatwick Airport.
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to DRW flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them landing within the expected time frame.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Darwin International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and touch down as expected.
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 London to Darwin International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your London to Darwin International Airport flight.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, central Darwin is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
466 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Darwin International Airport. A return flight starts at 1.020 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from London to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Darwin. July is when most people book flights from London to Darwin International Airport (DRW), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your London to DRW plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Darwin International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Darwin
After booking your flight from London to Darwin International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Darwin:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Mindil Beach, Mindil Beach Park and Charles Darwin National Park are must-visits when exploring Darwin.
Explore more of Australia
Seek out new adventure and see more of Australia. Katherine East is around 274 kilometres southeast of Darwin and is full of exciting things to do, including Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre.
Around 274 kilometres southeast of Darwin, Katherine is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Katherine Outback Experience, Katherine River and Jurassic Cycad Gardens.