Indonesia AirAsia Returns to the Northern Territory
“Bali has long been the number one holiday destination for Darwin residents and these flights will undoubtedly see a surge of travellers embarking on their Indonesian adventures.”
Direct services between Darwin and Bali will commence 22 March 2025 with three direct flights per week, offering a world of great value travel across Asia and beyond.
Indonesia AirAsia is set to reconnect the Northern Territory with Asia, resuming three direct flights per week between Darwin and Bali from 22 March 2025. Tickets are on sale now, with fares starting from just AUD $189.
The new services will bring over 1,000 visitor seats weekly through Darwin International Airport and Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, providing a significant boost to tourism and the local economy. These flights also open seamless and affordable connectivity to and from Darwin via Bali, making travel to other Asian destinations more accessible than ever.
Indonesia AirAsia CEO Veranita Yosephine said the airline is thrilled to return to the Territory bringing more value and choice for consumers in the Top End of Australia.
“Bali is now our largest hub in terms of flight capacity, driven by strong demand. These direct flights will cater to the enduring popularity of Bali as a destination for Australians and offer great low fare connections to over 130 destinations across the AirAsia Group network,”
Veranita said.
“Passengers from Darwin can enjoy seamless connections via Bali to destinations like Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hong Kong and Komodo Island starting from as low as under AUD $300.”
“At the same time, millions of guests from across Asia will be welcomed to the Northern Territory. They will discover the extraordinary culture, wildlife and natural beauty of Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land and other iconic locations where the tropics meet the outback.”
“We thank Airport Development Group and the Northern Territory Government for their support in making these services a reality.”
Airport Development Group Executive General Manager Sandra de Kock welcomed AirAsia back to Darwin, highlighting the strong local demand for travel to Bali.
“Territorians have been calling for more options to fly to Bali and we’re excited to deliver with the return of AirAsia,” Sandra said.
“Bali has long been the number one holiday destination for Darwin residents and these flights will undoubtedly see a surge of travellers embarking on their Indonesian adventures.”
“This partnership goes beyond just flights; providing and strengthening connections to South East Asia, fostering cultural exchanges and bolstering business ties between the Northern Territory and our northern neighbours. We’re proud to work with AirAsia to make these services a success and support the growth of tourism and our local economy.”
“We look forward to working closely with AirAsia to ensure the success of these services.”
Bagus Hendraning Kobarsih, Consul (Head of Post), Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia (Northern Territory) said the establishment of a new direct flight route between Denpasar and Darwin by AirAsia marks a strategic initiative that is expected to have a positive impact on connectivity, particularly in strengthening people-to-people ties and enhancing the long-standing historical relationship between Indonesia and the Northern Territory.
“This air connectivity will facilitate the growth of two-way tourism, foster deeper people-to-people interactions, and is anticipated to ultimately create new business opportunities between Indonesia and the Northern Territory,” Bagus said.
“With promising passenger forecasts, this route is expected to contribute to the achievement of Indonesia's tourism targets, as well as enhance bilateral trade transactions and investment flows between the two nations.”
Northern Territory Minister for Trade, Business, and Asian Relations Hon Robyn Cahill, OAM celebrated AirAsia’s return.
“The resumption of direct flights between Darwin and Bali by AirAsia is fantastic news for Territorians and visitors alike. AirAsia’s strong reputation as a leading global great value carrier will instil confidence in both leisure and business travellers”.
“The Northern Territory Government’s reinstatement of the Office of Asian Relations underscores our commitment to enhancing access to northern markets for trade, investment, study, and skilled migration”.
“This new connection will bring benefits across these areas while also boosting leisure tourism.”
Northern Territory Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Hon Marie-Clare Boothby welcomed Indonesia AirAsia back to the Territory.
“This is great news for the Territory’s tourism industry; we welcome Indonesia AirAsia back to the Territory”.
“As we rebuild the Territory economy and restore our great lifestyle, we will continue to work with industry to develop new products and promote our fantastic tourism experiences.”
The AirAsia Group of airlines, including Indonesia AirAsia, recently won a number of high profile accolades including the
Skytrax world’s best low cost airline for 2024 for the 15th consecutive year and was also rated seven out of seven for 2024 for maintaining the highest international safety standards by Australian aviation experts at Airlineratings.com.
Flights from Darwin to Bali commence on 22 March 2025. Book now at airasia.com or via the AirAsia MOVE app.
Indonesia AirAsia Flight Schedule from Bali (DPS) to Darwin (DRW)
| Destination | Flight Number | Departure | Arrival | First Flight | Flight Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DPS - DRW | QZ 540 | 11:40 | 15:55 | 22 March 2025 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday |
| DRW - DPS | QZ 541 | 16:35 | 17:55 | 22 March 2025 | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday |
About AirAsia
AirAsia is a leading low-cost carrier with licenses to operate in five Asean countries—Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Cambodia. Founded in 2001, AirAsia has stayed true to its purpose and tagline "Now Everyone Can Fly". The airline has made flying affordable and accessible to over 800 million guests, connecting people and communities across more than 130 destinations.
Today, as one of the largest airlines in the region, AirAsia is expanding to become the world's first global low-cost network carrier. It operates more than 200 aircraft and holds a significant orderbook for the next decade.
AirAsia leads in sustainable aviation with green initiatives and a net zero target by 2050. In 2023, it avoided 130,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions from its narrowbody regional network through 20+ efficiency measures, saving US$40 million in fuel and over US$388,000 in shadow carbon costs.
Watch Air Asia's first flight to Darwin video below:
