Flights to darwin
Cheap Flights to darwin
Overview
Darwin is a flourishing city that is full of rich history, giving it a unique cultural heritage. Currently, not less than 50 nationalities share an even-tempered lifestyle in this cosmopolitan city.
Darwin might just be the ultimate budget-break destination. There is so much about Darwin that’s not about spending money. Explore Darwin during the beautiful wet season and the nature will take you to an impressive roller coaster ride and show you a totally different image. Basking under the flaming gold skies at sunset, watching the sky turn indigo as storms roll in over the harbour, oohing at the spectacular lightning shows or listening to the sound frogs croaking late into the night – all are wonderful and free.
It’s also a perfect base to experience the nearby World Heritage listed lands – Litchfield, Kakadu National Park and Nitmiluk National Parks, Arnhem Land and the Tiwi Islands.
Climate
For people planning on reserving cheap flights to Darwin from Cheapflighticket, heat and humidity are the defining characteristics of this region of the Northern Territory’s tropical climate. The wet season starts at the end of the year and gets wetter and wetter – the months of January, February and March are when most rain falls.
Travel Information
Language: English, Filipino
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Local time: GMT +9:30
Avg. Flight Time: 18h 50m
Best Time To Visit
From April to May through September and October is the dry season; it is when most backpackers catch flights to Darwin. Locals as well as travellers enjoy one of the most famous racing events in the Australian horse racing calendar, the Darwin Cup. The festival was introduced to celebrate the state’s unique identity through an array of vibrant arts and cultural events that are performed outdoors in the Botanical Gardens. Residents and guests can enjoy an 18-day programme of theatre, music, dances, visual arts, workshops, film and comedy.
Darwin Attractions and Activities
1. Natural Wonders
You cannot say your Darwin journey is complete without exploring the great outdoors. Charles Darwin National Park, Lake Alexander and Casuarina Coastal Reserve are just some of the highlights.
2. Culture
The city is packed with museums and galleries, such as the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, which reflect local Aboriginal culture and has wider international exhibits.
3. Deckchair Cinema
Have you ever watched films in outdoors? If not, visit the Deckchair Cinema located at the Waterfront Precinct which is famous for screening films outdoors amidst April and November.
4. Nightlife
Darwin has a youthful population and this is reflected in the number of clubs and cocktail bars.
5. Food
There are more than 50 nationalities making Darwin their home and this is reflected in the stunning variety of Pan-Asian food in the markets and restaurants.
Airlines Operate Flight to Darwin
- Qantas Airways
- Royal Brunei
- Virgin Atlantic
- Virgin Australia
Time Duration from Different Airports
- London to Darwin - 18h 50m
- Manchester to Darwin - 18h 35m
- Newcastle to Darwin - 22h 40m
- Birmingham to Darwin - 21h 15m
- Glasgow to Darwin - 22h 15m
- Edinburgh to Darwin - 22h 10m
- Belfast to Darwin - 21h 25m
Distance to the City Centre
Darwin International Airport (DRW) offers flights to international connections from Asia and Europe and other Australian cities. The airport shuttle bus will take you into town for AU$18. A taxi costs AU$30.
Transport from Darwin
It has often been said that Darwin is the only capital city in the country where you can cross the main street blindfolded at any time of the day (however, we don’t recommend trying that). Driving around Darwin is easy too. The layout is simple, traffic is light and parking is plentiful, in general. The Tour Tub, the tourist bus stops off at Darwin’s ten prime and most famous destinations comprising George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Fannie Bay Gaol, Indo Pacific Marine and the Australian Pearling Exhibition.
Visa Requirements for Darwin
Unless you are an New Zealand or Australian citizen, you will be needing a valid Australian visa to step in the country. If you reside in New Zealand and have a valid passport, you can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. There are different types of visa which you can apply depending on your passport, the length of your stay and the purpose of your visit. The Visitor visa is created for travellers/tourists who are not eligible for the Electronic Travel Authority visa or eVisitor.
Tips for your stay in Darwin
- Mostly all shops, restaurants and bars accept credit and debit cards as the payment mode.
- Decide when to book the tickets and what to carry keeping in mind the seasonal weather in Darwin.
- Darwin is a small place so choose to wander around the city on foot unless you are not feeling well or it’s reallt hot.
- Catch a film under the stars at Deckchair Cinema.
- Spending avidly at the bar on drinks is nice but to become smarty-pants, buy drinks from the store and party with your friends at a park, hotel room or somewhere safe.
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