How long does it take to fly to Darwin?

Flight times from California to Darwin vary, but if you’re flying out of San Jose and flying into Darwin (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 33h 35m on average. Another popular route from California to Darwin is flying from San Francisco to Darwin, which will take roughly 34h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from California to Darwin Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Darwin Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Darwin Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Darwin Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Darwin Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Darwin Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:05 pm - 12:00 pmLAX-DRW

47h 25m2 stops

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63h 20m2 stops

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36h 45m2 stops

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Nov 24

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

47h 25m

2 stops

DRW12:00 pmDarwin

Dec 10

DRW12:50 pmDarwin

63h 20m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

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Nov 24

LAX8:20 pmLos Angeles

45h 10m

3 stops

DRW11:00 amDarwin

Dec 9

DRW12:45 amDarwin

28h 00m

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Nov 6

SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco

42h 45m

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51h 25m

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Nov 24

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

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DRW12:50 pmDarwin

19h 10m

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Nov 6

RNO11:14 amReno

31h 16m

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42h 20m

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Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

7:05 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops47h 25m

Darwin

Wed 12/10

12:50 pm-10:40 am

2 stops63h 20m

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Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

9:10 am-11:15 am

2 stops32h 35m

Darwin

Wed 12/10

12:20 pm-6:50 am

2 stops36h 00m

$1,357

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LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

8:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Darwin

Wed 12/10

12:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,430

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LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

10:05 pm-1:00 am

1 stop33h 25m

Darwin

Wed 12/10

5:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops43h 30m

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LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

9:15 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops45h 15m

Darwin

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12:45 am-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,781

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SFO - DRW

SFODRW

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Darwin

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12:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop25h 15m

$1,932

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SFO - DRW

SFODRW

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10:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops55h 30m

Darwin

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12:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop25h 15m

$1,955

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RNO - DRW

RNODRW

Reno

Thu 11/6

11:14 am-12:00 pm

2 stops31h 16m

Darwin

Mon 11/10

12:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$2,995

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LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

12:25 pm-1:00 am

2 stops43h 05m

Darwin

Wed 12/10

5:55 pm-10:55 am

3 stops34h 30m

$3,412

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LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

10:55 am-11:50 pm

2 stops67h 25m

Darwin

Mon 12/1

1:40 am-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$9,384

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Darwin is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,342. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from California to Darwin on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,898. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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How old do you have to be to fly from California to Darwin Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Darwin Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Darwin Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Darwin Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Darwin Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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