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The lowest prices to Townsville within the past 7 days were AU$118 for one-way flights and AU$236 for return flights for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.


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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from MEL to Townsville Intl. Airport?
4 hours and 31 minutes. Give or take a little. Yep, you better settle in. (Hand me a drink and take this screaming kid far away, amirite?)
Are there non-stop flights between MEL and Townsville Intl. Airport?
If your strategy is to amble aboard, down a couple of vinos, then doze away until you arrive, flying direct is really the only way to go. Jetstar and The Flying Kangaroo advertise nonstop routes from Melbourne to Townsville, so you won’t have to interrupt your blissful slumber with any frustrating layovers.
What airlines fly non-stop from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Townsville Intl. Airport?
Don’t want the fuss of taking two planes between Tullamarine Airport and Townsville Intl. Airport? Who would? You’ll find a few airlines that have direct flights. One popular choice is Jetstar (JQ), which operates 30 services on this route each month. You can also try The Flying Kangaroo (QF). With 13 flights each month, you’re sure to find a fare that suits.
How many flights are flown between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Townsville Intl. Airport?
You’ll find no less than 27 flights that connect Tullamarine Airport and Townsville Airport (TSV) daily. Yep, it’s never too late to head off on a lastminute break to Townsville.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
Looking at lastminute.com.au travel demand in 2021, Wednesdays and Sundays are often the best days to book flights, when prices are generally at their cheapest. You may be tempted to wait to finalise your booking on Saturdays, but our data tells us ticket prices are actually highest on Saturdays. Something to consider when planning your next holiday!
What is the cheapest month to fly?
Here’s the lowdown on the lowest airfares: May is the cheapest month to fly. When looking at 2021 flight demand on lastminute.com.au, flights departing in May generally have the lowest ticket prices. As for the most expensive month to fly, our demand data found that on average, airfares are highest in December.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Itching to book your dream trip? We totally get it. You can start looking at flights on lastminute.com.au as early as 12 months in advance, but just keep in mind some airlines may not release all their available fares that early. But good news for last minute travellers, with 2021 lastminute.com.au data proving spontaneous travellers can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on lastminute.com.au from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Tullamarine to Townsville Flight
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Origin city name
Melbourne
Destination airport
Townsville
Destination city name
Townsville
Number of airlines serving
3
Popular airline
Virgin Australia
Distance
2043 km

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