Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg and observes the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your JNB to DRW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport. Changi International Airport is a popular stopover on the JNB to DRW route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight is $629. A round-trip fare is currently $1,339. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to DRW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from JNB to DRW.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometers from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you're getting in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near DRW:
Pick up a Darwin International Airport rental car and discover Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to central Darwin has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Darwin. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Darwin International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to DRW in July. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Kununurra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Darwin. Around 434 kilometers away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, head for Leanyer, about 3 kilometers north-east of Darwin. Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den are the start of reasons to visit.