Flying from Nhulunbuy Airport (GOV) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from GOV to DRW, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary as you're travelling within Australia. As long as you have some other form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nhulunbuy Airport (GOV) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
£223 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nhulunbuy Airport to Darwin International Airport. Return flights start from £573. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GOV to DRW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Nhulunbuy Airport to Darwin International Airport throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Getting a cheap ticket from GOV to DRW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nhulunbuy Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Nhulunbuy Airport (GOV)
Nhulunbuy Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Gove. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you have a late flight from Nhulunbuy Airport to Darwin International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DRW:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Nhulunbuy Airport to Darwin International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Darwin in February.
When reserving your flight from Nhulunbuy 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 to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GOV to DRW in July. Temperatures average between 18ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Darwin
Start your Darwin trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from GOV to DRW, check out our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Mindil Beach, Crocosaurus Cove and Crocodylus Park are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Darwin itinerary.
Complete your Darwin trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Darwin.