Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG): what you need to know
Padang is two hours 30 minutes behind Darwin and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DRW to PDG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
Rs69,868 is the lowest price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs130,243. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from DRW to PDG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DRW to PDG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
When it comes to Darwin International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.13% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Darwin to Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to DRW:
Arriving at Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PDG instead:
Go beyond Padang and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Minangkabau International Airport rental car from TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Boost your chances of snagging a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Minangkabau International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) to central Padang
Minangkabau International Airport to central Padang has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Padang in February.
Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Minangkabau International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Padang during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DRW to PDG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Padang, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Batam to check off its must-visit sights. From Tua Pek Kong Temple to KEBUN BATAM and PENDOPO PAWADEM BODEM BATAM, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Padang, Pekanbaru is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience major highlights starting with An-Nur Great Mosquea, Agro.Pujakusuma and Taman Bunga dan buah buahan.
