Flying from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin's timezone is UTC+9:30, which makes Darwin 30 minutes behind Emerald.
Your EMD to DRW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a popular stop between EMD and DRW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
$311 is the best price for a one-way Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $972. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EMD to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport.
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Handy information about Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.85% of flights that take off from EMD arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Emerald to Emerald Airport is around 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near EMD:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you're landing on a late Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near DRW:
Travel at your own speed with a Darwin International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and chase adventure across Darwin and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Darwin International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The quietest month for a flight from Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Darwin based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Emerald Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 79ºF to 93ºF.
July has average temperatures of between 64ºF and 88ºF. Look for cheap tickets from EMD to DRW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Darwin, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 270 miles south-west to Kununurra to check off its must-visit sights. From Mirima National Park to El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Leanyer is another essential stop in Australia and is around 2 miles north-east of Darwin. No journey is complete without a visit to Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
