how long is darts final

The PDC World Darts Championship final is usually about 2–3 hours from first dart to trophy lift, though it can be a bit shorter or longer depending on how close the match is.

Basic timing

• Modern World Championship finals are played as best of 13 sets (first to 7 sets), which naturally creates a long evening session.

• With walk-ons around 20:15 GMT and first dart between roughly 20:00–20:20, the expected finish window is usually between about 22:30 and 23:30 local time.

Why the length varies

• A one‑sided final where one player dominates can wrap up closer to the 2‑hour mark.
• A tight, back‑and‑forth classic that goes to a deciding set can push close to midnight once you include breaks and the trophy ceremony.

Quick example (current format)

• Start time: 20:00 GMT evening session for the 2026 final at Alexandra Palace.

• Format: Best of 13 sets, one match only that night, designed as a full prime‑time TV event, not a short contest.

So if you are planning to watch, allow a solid 3‑hour window to comfortably catch the full World Darts Championship final from build‑up to trophy photos.

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