Flying from Orange Airport (OAG) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin's timezone is UTC+9:30, making Darwin one hour 30 minutes behind Orange.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OAG to DRW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stop between OAG and DRW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orange Airport (OAG) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
434 € is the best price for a one-way Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Return flights start from 735 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from OAG to DRW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Orange Airport (OAG)
73.53% of flights that take off from Orange Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Orange to Orange Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport, check out Millthorpe Motel. It's a quick drive from OAG.
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Follow your own route with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and venture far and wide through Darwin and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Darwin International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Darwin. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using 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 Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Darwin in January.
The warmest month in Darwin is November, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Orange Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OAG to DRW in July. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres south-west of Darwin, a trip to Kununurra will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin, Leanyer is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
