Direct (nonstop) flights from Darwin to Alice Springs

1 airline flys nonstop from Darwin Intl (DRW) to Alice Springs (ASP). It's 808 miles (1,300 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Qantas.

DRW
Darwin Intl
🇦🇺 Darwin, Australia
ASP
Alice Springs
🇦🇺 Alice Springs, Australia
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
808 mi
1,300 km
CO₂/pax
150 kg
−218 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Qantas
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Qantas Qantas

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Qantas QF Qantas
Route
DRW → ASP
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
808 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Darwin to Alice Springs with one stop · direct emits 150 kg CO₂ per passenger

DRW CNS (Cairns) ASP
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (903 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → CNS
2h 30m · 1,041 mi
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Leg 2
CNS → ASP
2h 20m · 903 mi
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DRW ADL (Adelaide) ASP
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,623 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (816 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 450 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → ADL
3h 45m · 1,623 mi
View DRW to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → ASP
2h 10m · 816 mi
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DRW PER (Perth) ASP
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,644 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,230 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 511 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → PER
3h 55m · 1,644 mi
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Leg 2
PER → ASP
2h 30m · 1,230 mi
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DRW BNE (Brisbane) ASP
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,771 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,222 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 531 kg CO₂ (+254% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → BNE
3h 50m · 1,771 mi
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Leg 2
BNE → ASP
3h 25m · 1,222 mi
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DRW MEL (Melbourne) ASP
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,941 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,154 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 548 kg CO₂ (+265% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → MEL
4h 10m · 1,941 mi
View DRW to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → ASP
3h 5m · 1,154 mi
View MEL to ASP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Darwin to Alice Springs?

A nonstop flight from Darwin (DRW) to Alice Springs (ASP) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 808 miles (1,300 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Darwin to Alice Springs?

Just Qantas.

Is there a nonstop flight from Darwin to Alice Springs?

Yes. 1 airline: Qantas.

How far is Darwin from Alice Springs?

The flight distance from Darwin to Alice Springs is 808 miles (1,300 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Darwin to Alice Springs?

At 2h 10m, 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 Darwin to Alice Springs?

Roughly 150 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 750 km.

Is the return flight from Alice Springs to Darwin 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 Darwin to Alice Springs?

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 Darwin Intl for this flight?

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