Direct (nonstop) flights from Darwin to Brisbane

3 airlines fly nonstop from Darwin Intl (DRW) to Brisbane International (BNE). It's 1,771 miles (2,850 km), about 3h 50m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

DRW
Darwin Intl
🇦🇺 Darwin, Australia
BNE
Brisbane International
🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia
Flight Time
3h 50m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
DRW → BNE
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,771 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
DRW → BNE
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,771 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
DRW → BNE
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,771 mi

Alternative Routes

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

DRW TSV (Townsville) BNE
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (690 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → TSV
2h 40m · 1,157 mi
View DRW to TSV flights →
Leg 2
TSV → BNE
1h 55m · 690 mi
View TSV to BNE flights →
DRW CNS (Cairns) BNE
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (863 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → CNS
2h 30m · 1,041 mi
View DRW to CNS flights →
Leg 2
CNS → BNE
2h 15m · 863 mi
View CNS to BNE flights →
DRW ASP (Alice Springs) BNE
Leg 1: 2h 10m (808 mi) Leg 2: 2h 48m (1,222 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → ASP
2h 10m · 808 mi
View DRW to ASP flights →
Leg 2
ASP → BNE
2h 48m · 1,222 mi
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DRW SYD (Sydney) BNE
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,957 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (464 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 442 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → SYD
4h 25m · 1,957 mi
View DRW to SYD flights →
Leg 2
SYD → BNE
1h 30m · 464 mi
View SYD to BNE flights →
DRW ADL (Adelaide) BNE
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,623 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (1,005 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 469 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → ADL
3h 45m · 1,623 mi
View DRW to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → BNE
2h 25m · 1,005 mi
View ADL to BNE flights →

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BNE → DRW: Flights from Brisbane to Darwin

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

A nonstop flight from Darwin (DRW) to Brisbane (BNE) takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,771 miles (2,850 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Darwin to Brisbane?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

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

How far is Darwin from Brisbane?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Darwin to Brisbane?

At 3h 50m, 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 Brisbane?

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

Is the return flight from Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

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.