How long does it take to fly to Darwin?

Flight times from California to Darwin vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Darwin (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 05m on average. Another popular route from California to Darwin is flying from San Francisco to Darwin, which will take roughly 35h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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As of November 2026, 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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7:10 pm - 12:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

47h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne

12:50 pm - 11:25 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

40h 05m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

$1,178Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 16

9:45 pm - 6:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

26h 50m1 stop Brisbane

4:50 pm - 12:00 pmDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 40m2 stops Melbourne Nadi

$1,283Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 16

10:50 pm - 12:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

44h 10m1 stop Melbourne

12:50 pm - 8:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,497Qantas Airways

Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25

10:50 pm - 12:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

44h 10m1 stop Melbourne

12:50 pm - 8:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

36h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,510Qantas Airways

Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25

10:35 pm - 11:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

31h 45m1 stop Melbourne

12:40 am - 6:55 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

23h 45m1 stop Melbourne

$1,519Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 15

7:45 pm - 1:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

24h 20m2 stops San Francisco Brisbane

12:40 am - 6:55 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

23h 45m1 stop Melbourne

$1,520United Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24

6:40 pm - 1:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

25h 25m2 stops San Francisco Brisbane

12:40 am - 8:31 pmDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

37h 21m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

$1,530United Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24

9:40 am - 3:00 pmSFO San Francisco-DRW Darwin

35h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

1:55 am - 7:50 amDRW Darwin-SFO San Francisco

23h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,600Singapore Airlines

Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28

9:40 am - 3:00 pmSFO San Francisco-DRW Darwin

35h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

1:55 am - 7:50 amDRW Darwin-SFO San Francisco

23h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,650Singapore Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24

5:10 pm - 11:10 amLAX Los Angeles-DRW Darwin

48h 30m3 stops Honolulu Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

1:20 pm - 10:05 amDRW Darwin-LAX Los Angeles

38h 15m2 stops Melbourne Auckland Intl

$1,769Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 16

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Feb 25

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

35h 50m

1 stop

DRW3:00 pmDarwin

Feb 28

DRW1:55 amDarwin

23h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,600

Singapore Airlines

Feb 21

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

35h 50m

1 stop

DRW3:00 pmDarwin

Feb 24

DRW1:55 amDarwin

23h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,650

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Feb 25

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

61h 55m

2 stops

DRW5:05 pmDarwin

Mar 1

DRW3:50 pmDarwin

33h 30m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,859

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Feb 25

SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco

56h 00m

2 stops

DRW5:05 pmDarwin

Mar 1

DRW5:55 pmDarwin

36h 15m

2 stops

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,981

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Dec 19

LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles

39h 10m

2 stops

DRW11:50 pmDarwin

Dec 25

DRW12:40 amDarwin

54h 25m

2 stops

LAX1:35 pmLos Angeles

$2,842

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Sat 2/6

7:10 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops47h 50m

Darwin

Tue 2/16

12:50 pm-11:25 am

2 stops40h 05m

$1,178

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Los Angeles

Sat 2/6

9:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Darwin

Tue 2/16

4:50 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,283

Los AngelesDarwin

LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Sun 2/21

10:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop44h 10m

Darwin

Thu 2/25

12:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop36h 45m

$1,497

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LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

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Los Angeles

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Darwin

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12:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop36h 45m

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LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

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1 stop31h 45m

Darwin

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1 stop23h 45m

$1,519

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LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

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Los Angeles

Sun 2/21

7:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Darwin

Wed 2/24

12:40 am-6:55 am

1 stop23h 45m

$1,520

Los AngelesDarwin

LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Sun 2/21

6:40 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Darwin

Wed 2/24

12:40 am-8:31 pm

2 stops37h 21m

$1,530

San FranciscoDarwin

SFO San Francisco - DRW Darwin

SFODRW

San Francisco

Thu 2/25

9:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Darwin

Sun 2/28

1:55 am-7:50 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,600

San FranciscoDarwin

SFO San Francisco - DRW Darwin

SFODRW

San Francisco

Sun 2/21

9:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Darwin

Wed 2/24

1:55 am-7:50 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,650

Los AngelesDarwin

LAX Los Angeles - DRW Darwin

LAXDRW

Los Angeles

Sat 2/6

5:10 pm-11:10 am

3 stops48h 30m

Darwin

Tue 2/16

1:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops38h 15m

$1,769

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Darwin Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Darwin Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Darwin Airport?
As of November 2026, 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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