Direct (nonstop) flights from Brisbane to Darwin

3 airlines fly nonstop from Brisbane International (BNE) to Darwin Intl (DRW). It's 1,771 miles (2,850 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

BNE
Brisbane International
🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia
DRW
Darwin Intl
🇦🇺 Darwin, Australia
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,771 mi
2,850 km
CO₂/pax
299 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar Qantas Qantas Virgin Australia Virgin Australia

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
BNE → DRW
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,771 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
BNE → DRW
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,771 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
BNE → DRW
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,771 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Brisbane to Darwin with one stop · direct emits 299 kg CO₂ per passenger

BNE TSV (Townsville) DRW
Leg 1: 2h 10m (690 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,157 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BNE → TSV
2h 10m · 690 mi
View BNE to TSV flights →
Leg 2
TSV → DRW
2h 50m · 1,157 mi
View TSV to DRW flights →
BNE CNS (Cairns) DRW
Leg 1: 2h 30m (863 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,041 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BNE → CNS
2h 30m · 863 mi
View BNE to CNS flights →
Leg 2
CNS → DRW
2h 40m · 1,041 mi
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BNE ASP (Alice Springs) DRW
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,222 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (808 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BNE → ASP
3h 25m · 1,222 mi
View BNE to ASP flights →
Leg 2
ASP → DRW
2h 10m · 808 mi
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BNE SYD (Sydney) DRW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (464 mi) Leg 2: 4h 40m (1,957 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 442 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BNE → SYD
1h 35m · 464 mi
View BNE to SYD flights →
Leg 2
SYD → DRW
4h 40m · 1,957 mi
View SYD to DRW flights →
BNE ADL (Adelaide) DRW
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,005 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,623 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 469 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BNE → ADL
2h 50m · 1,005 mi
View BNE to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → DRW
3h 55m · 1,623 mi
View ADL to DRW flights →

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DRW → BNE: Flights from Darwin to Brisbane

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

A nonstop flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Darwin (DRW) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,771 miles (2,850 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Brisbane to Darwin?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

How far is Brisbane from Darwin?

The flight distance from Brisbane to Darwin is 1,771 miles (2,850 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Brisbane to Darwin?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

Roughly 299 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,495 km.

Is the return flight from Darwin to Brisbane also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Darwin?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Brisbane International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.