Travelling from Mcarthur River Airport (MCV) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Mcarthur River and Darwin share the same timezone, UTC+9:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MCV to DRW flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airnorth is your gateway to discovering Darwin (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Airnorth on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mcarthur River Airport (MCV) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport flight is RM2,792. A return ticket is currently RM5,892. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MCV to DRW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Mcarthur River Airport (MCV)
To get to Mcarthur River Airport from central Mcarthur River, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you're coming in on a late Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DRW:
Pick up a Darwin International Airport rental car and discover Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Darwin International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Darwin. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Darwin in January.
When reserving your flight from Mcarthur River Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCV to DRW in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Darwin, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 434 kilometres south-west to Kununurra to tick off its popular sights. From Mirima National Park to El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Leanyer is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No trip is complete without visiting Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
