Darwin airport
Darwin International Airport (DRW)Opens in a new tab or window is the busiest and largest airport in the Northern Territory. It's located 13km from the city centre on Henry Wrigley Drive, Marrara.
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Flights
Both domestic (QF400 and above) and international (QF1-QF399) services operate from the same airport.
Departures
Check-in
Ensure you check in for your flight before you arrive at the airport. Check-in for domestic flights opens 24 hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before departure.
There are four easy options to complete check-in:
- Online via qantas.com
- Using the Qantas App
- Manage booking
- Your bookings if you're a Qantas Frequent Flyer
Download your digital boarding pass after checking in online and you’re ready to go.
Customers who require special assistance, unaccompanied minors or large groups, please make yourself known to our friendly customer service agents who will be able to assist you with the check-in process.
Note: For Qantas codeshare flights, customers may need to check in with the operating carrier rather than with Qantas. Ask airport staff for more detail.
Our domestic airports are cashless. Purchase tickets, additional baggage and other Qantas flight related products online. Excess baggage payments can be made by credit card at our self-serve bag tag kiosks.
Body scanners
International and transit passengers at Darwin International Airport will be subject to body scanner screening, which will be conducted on a random and continuous basis.
Seat selection
Complimentary seat selection is available online for all domestic flights from the moment you book your flight. If you haven’t selected a seat before you complete your online check-in, you will be assigned a seat. You can change your seat online up to 30 minutes before your flight departure.
Checked baggage
Don’t forget, if you’re travelling with checked bags, you need to drop them off at least 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights. Use your digital boarding pass at our self-serve bag tag kiosks to print your baggage tags before proceeding to the self-serve bag drop.
Need to bring a bit extra? Pre-purchase an additional baggage allowance online and save on airport prices.
Note: For Qantas codeshare flights, customers may need to check in with the operating carrier rather than with Qantas.
Flight status
View our real time flight status page for departure information.
Arrivals
Baggage carousels are located in the arrivals hall (ground floor). Information monitors display flight carousel numbers.
Baggage Services counter is located the check-in area on the ground floor.
Flight status
View our real time flight status page for up-to-the-minute arrival information.
Lounges
Find out more about lounge features, operating hours and access to the Darwin Qantas Club, located in the Domestic Terminal.
Transport
Transport | Details. |
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Car parking | The airport is approximately a 20 minute drive from the city centre. Visit the Darwin Airport for current car parking rates. |
Taxis | Approximately A$25 to A$30 one way to the city centre. |
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Important information
Times and prices quoted are a guide only.