Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DRW to HVB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DRW and HVB:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
Currently, Rs84,584 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs144,430. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DRW to HVB if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DRW to HVB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
73.13% of flights departing from Darwin International Airport reach their destination on time.
Darwin International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near DRW:
Arriving at Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
If you're coming in on a late Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near HVB:
Follow your own route with a Hervey Bay Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Hervey Bay and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Hervey Bay Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Hervey Bay Airport (HVB) to central Hervey Bay
From Hervey Bay Airport, Hervey Bay is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Hervey Bay. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Hervey Bay, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRW to HVB in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hervey Bay. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 306 kilometres south of Hervey Bay, Gold Coast is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
