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$320 Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Alice Springs (ASP)

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Flight deals from Darwin Airport to Alice Springs Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Darwin Airport to Alice Springs Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $647. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Alice Springs.$320 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 14.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Tue, Jul 14, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
Alice Springs.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 15.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Sat, Aug 15, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Alice Springs.$323 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 10.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Tue, Feb 10, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
Alice Springs.$323 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 18.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Sat, Apr 18, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
Alice Springs.$323 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 20.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Fri, Mar 20, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
Alice Springs.$324 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 31.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Sat, Oct 31, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Alice Springs.$324 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 18.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Mon, May 18, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Alice Springs.$324 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 6.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Alice Springs.$324 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 5.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Sat, Dec 5, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Alice Springs.$324 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 18.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departing from Darwin on Thu, Jun 18, arriving in Alice Springs.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Alice Springs

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Alice Springs flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jan
from $501
Feb
from $323
Mar
from $323
Apr
from $323
May
from $324
Jun
from $324
Jul
from $320
Aug
from $322
Sep
from $325
Oct
from $324
Nov
from $324
Dec
from $324

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Darwin to Alice Springs: Alternative routes

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Alice Springs

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Darwin to Alice Springs: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$320
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Alice Springs: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Darwin to Alice Springs is $639. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Darwin to Alice Springs.
Qantas and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Darwin to Alice Springs.
There are 22 flights per week flying from Darwin to Alice Springs, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Alice Springs is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Alice Springs Airport on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Alice Springs but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Alice Springs is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Alice Springs.

Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Take your pick of 16 weekly Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Qantas is the earliest you can take. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 17:00.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your DRW to ASP flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Alice Springs (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a breeze with Qantas. This popular airline has direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport.

  • Most travelers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.

  • Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating DRW to ASP flights. A reliable 86.25% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DRW and ASP:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight is $320. A round-trip ticket right now is $639. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from DRW to ASP, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from DRW to ASP is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport.

Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Darwin International Airport, data shows 73.13% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Darwin to Darwin International Airport is around 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near DRW? If you've booked an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Alice Springs Airport (ASP)

  • Hop off your Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a handy option that's not too far from ASP, head for Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel.

  • Travel at your own speed with an Alice Springs Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Europcar and chase adventure across Alice Springs and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Alice Springs Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs

  • Alice Springs Airport is roughly 9 miles from central Alice Springs. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Alice Springs. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Alice Springs Airport for January if you want to go to Alice Springs during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 72ºF and 102ºF.

  • July has average temperatures of between 41ºF and 72ºF. Search for cheap tickets from DRW to ASP sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Add a new chapter to your Australia adventure with a visit to Gillen, located about 0.6 miles south-west of Alice Springs. Roberts Park is just one of the popular sights to put on your must-do list.

  • Have time for another stop? Head onward to Tennant Creek. It's around 280 miles north of Alice Springs and home to highlights like Battery Hill Mining Centre.

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