Travelling from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know
Tokyo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport (DRW) heading out from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. The city is in the UTC+9:30 timezone and is 30 minutes ahead of Tokyo.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Tokyo to DRW. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Tokyo to DRW. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
To get to HND from central Tokyo, it takes about 15 minutes to drive the 16 kilometres or so.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, 73.52% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport. Check out these connections between Narita International Airport and DRW:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
The drive from central Tokyo to NRT typically takes 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 64 kilometres.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to DRW flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70.53%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Grab a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Darwin International Airport flight.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to central Darwin is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
$278 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport. A return flight starts from $610. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Tokyo to DRW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Darwin. July is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport (DRW), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Tokyo to DRW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Darwin
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Darwin International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Darwin:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Darwin when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Skytour Air Safaris followed by Mindil Beach and Mindil Beach Park.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Darwin, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey about 274 kilometres south-east to Katherine East to tick off its top attractions. From Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre to Cutta Cutta Caves and Skate park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Australia, consider Katherine, about 274 kilometres south-east of Darwin. Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River are highlights.
