Month-by-month flight prices, weather and crowds for France, scored for travellers flying from Darwin.
The short answer
The best time to fly to France from Darwin is April to May and September to October, when good weather, manageable crowds and competitive fares line up. The Window Score peaks at 77/100 in September. Flights are usually cheapest in February (around A$4,569 return).
Window Score blends weather, crowds, flight price and AUD strength. Higher is better.
| Month | Window Score | Avg temp | Rainfall | Crowds | Avg return fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36Fair | 4°C | 52mm | Low crowds | A$4,787 |
| February | 45Fair | 5°C | 48mm | Low crowds | A$4,569 |
| March | 51Good | 8°C | 51mm | Low crowds | A$4,700 |
| April | 71Great | 11°C | 50mm | Moderate crowds | A$5,004 |
| May | 74Great | 14°C | 65mm | Moderate crowds | A$4,874 |
| June | 67Great | 18°C | 58mm | Busy | A$5,874 |
| July | 56Good | 20°C | 54mm | Peak season | A$6,962 |
| August | 51Good | 20°C | 57mm | Peak season | A$6,527 |
| SeptemberBest | 77Great | 16°C | 47mm | Moderate crowds | A$5,222 |
| October | 71Great | 12°C | 61mm | Moderate crowds | A$4,787 |
| November | 51Good | 8°C | 59mm | Low crowds | A$4,569 |
| December | 40Fair | 5°C | 68mm | Moderate crowds | A$5,570 |
France is the most visited country in the world, and Paris is a big part of why, but it would be a mistake to see only Paris. The Loire Valley's châteaux, the lavender fields of Provence, the Riviera coastline from Nice to Monaco, and Bordeaux's wine country all represent the France that the French actually live in. Paris, though, is still one of the great cities, where the quality of the everyday, from the croissants to the parks, is simply very high.
The food and wine culture underpins everything. Even a roadside stop in rural France often beats a restaurant meal most other places.
April to May and September to October are the best months to fly from Darwin to France, when weather, crowds and fares align. The Window Score peaks at 77/100 in September.
February, with return fares from Darwin averaging around A$4,569, roughly 14% below the France yearly average.
Return fares range from about A$4,569 in February up to A$6,962 in peak months. Booking in a lower-priced month can save hundreds.
This route generally involves at least one stop. Compare options for your travel month before booking.
See the full interactive breakdown on the France dashboard or browse all destinations. Peak month: September (77/100).
