Time Difference: Darwin vs Melbourne
Melbourne is 1.5 hours ahead of Darwin.
Quick Reference
- Darwin
- ACST (GMT+9:30)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Melbourne
- AEDT (GMT+11)
AEST starts on Apr 4, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Darwin and Melbourne?
- Melbourne is 1.5 hours ahead of Darwin.
- When is the best time to call from Darwin to Melbourne?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Darwin uses ACST and Melbourne uses AEDT.