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Cheap flights to Townsville from $136

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — TSV
24 May — 31 May1
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Flights to Townsville in 2024

Find the latest flights to Townsville in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$290

Return from

$270

One-way from

$136
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville
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One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Townsville (TSV)
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Cheap flights to Townsville in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Townsville in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Townsville in May and June 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Mon 17/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 24/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$282
Wed 12/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/710:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$305
Wed 12/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/721:10TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$306
Mon 10/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/721:10TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$323
Mon 10/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/706:05TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$330
Mon 17/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/613:10TSV - SYD
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$341
Fri 14/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Wed 10/710:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$347
Fri 14/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Wed 10/721:10TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$350
Fri 28/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Sun 30/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$351

Townsville 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Townsville in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data were last updated on 19 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Townsville in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 17/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 24/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$282
Wed 12/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/710:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$305
Wed 12/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/721:10TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$306
Mon 10/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/721:10TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$323
Mon 10/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/706:05TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$330
Fri 9/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/806:05TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$332
Mon 17/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/613:10TSV - SYD
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$341
Thu 1/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/806:05TSV - SYD
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$345
Fri 14/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Wed 10/710:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$347

Flights to Townsville departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Townsville, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Townsville departing last-minute. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Wed 29/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Wed 12/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$299
Wed 29/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/617:25TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$336
Fri 24/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 27/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$399
Fri 24/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Fri 31/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$426
Wed 29/507:30SYD - TSV
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/617:25TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/5$430
Fri 24/506:00SYD - TSV
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$439
Fri 24/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Fri 31/519:45TSV - SYD
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$456
Fri 24/508:00SYD - TSV
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 27/517:25TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/5$459
Tue 28/506:10SYD - TSV
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/515:35TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$506

One-way flights to Townsville

Explore one-way flight options to Townsville for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to Townsville at this time. Reserve a round-trip flight to Townsville instead by utilising the search form above.
Fri 19/706:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$136
Sun 14/706:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$160
Thu 15/810:30SYD - TSV
1 stop12h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$175
Mon 15/706:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$176
Fri 28/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$193
Fri 28/617:00SYD - TSV
1 stop6h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$199
Fri 19/708:00SYD - TSV
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$254
Fri 19/707:00SYD - TSV
1 stop16h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/5$255
Thu 15/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$257

Direct flights to Townsville

Mon 17/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 24/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$282
Fri 28/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Sun 30/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$351
Fri 9/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/815:35TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$399
Thu 1/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/815:35TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$412
Mon 12/806:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/815:35TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$453
Fri 7/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 10/610:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$608
Sat 8/619:15SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 11/615:35TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$695

Find flights to Townsville within your budget

Locate flights to Townsville that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

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Budget

$270 - $454

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Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Mon 24/6

Nonstop2h 35m

$270

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Wed 26/6

Nonstop2h 35m

$276

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Mon 24/6

Nonstop2h 35m

$282

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/7

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Mon 22/7

1 stop11h 25m

$285

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/8

1 stop7h 05m

Townsville

Wed 21/8

1 stop7h 35m

$320

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Thu 11/7

1 stop4h 35m

$330

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/8

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Thu 15/8

1 stop4h 35m

$332

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/5

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Wed 12/6

1 stop4h 55m

$336

Sydney Kingsford SmithTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/8

1 stop12h 15m

Townsville

Sat 24/8

1 stop6h 05m

$454

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Average price of flights to Townsville by month

Plan your trip to Townsville by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Townsville is currently $201 while a return flight costs $321. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Townsville (average of $175). Flying to Townsville in July will prove the most costly (average of $237). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$261

February

$261

March

$273

April

$330

May

$324

June

$323

July

$354

August

$332

September

$336

October

$294

November

$281

December

$284

Peak season

The unofficial capital of Queensland, Townsville attracts visitors from all over the world for its prime location near the Great Barrier Reef and for beautiful Magnetic Island, a world heritage national park with pristine beaches and bush where you can swim all year round. Townsville makes a good base for day trips to Cairns, Paluma, Jourama Falls, Charters Towers, and once you’ve explored the city attractions. The peak tourist season in Townsville is from May to September characterised by cooler temperatures, clear blue skies and gentle tropical breezes. Christmas, Easter and mid-year school holidays are busy periods to note when booking flight tickets.

Off Season

The hot, wet months from November to March are not generally considered the best time to visit Townsville. Daytime temps average 30C to 33C and there is a good chance of cyclones from January to March. However if you’re into sport and outdoor adventure, then Adventure thon at the end of March is a good reason to book flights to Townsville.

Temperature and rainfall in Townsville by month

Plan your trip to Townsville by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

TSV

Temperature

19 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Townsville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Townsville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

Due to its position on the east coast of Queensland, Townsville experiences less rainfall than other parts of the region and has over 300 sunshine days per year. The best time to book cheap flights to Townsville is any time during spring, winter and autumn. Travel during these seasons and you’ll enjoy more settled weather, temps averaging 25C to 27C and prime time snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. Avoid the hot and sticky summers bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and the possibility of tropical cyclones.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Townsville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Townsville should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Townsville. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Townsville. Reviews last updated 19 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Townsville, such as Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
961 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
633 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

What is good to know if travelling to Townsville?

  • How long is the flight to Townsville?

    Flights from Sydney to Townsville – 2 hrs 43 mins Flights from Melbourne to Townsville – 3 hrs 10 mins Flights from Brisbane to Townsville – 1 hr 59 mins Flights from Perth to Townsville – 3 hrs 40 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to Townsville?

    Jetstar operates direct flights to Townsville from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, while Qantas operates direct flights from Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin. Other domestic airlines that operate flights to Townsville and offer direct or connecting flights are: Virgin Australia, JetGo, Regional Express, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and American Airlines.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Townsville Airport (TSV) is located approximately 5 km from the city centre. There’s an Airport Shuttle bus that does drop-offs to various hotels and motels, the Strand and city. Taxis are available, as well as several car rental companies situated in the airport. Magnetic Island and Palm Island are connected to the mainland by regular ferry service.

  • What does TSV mean?

    Great question - TSV just means Townsville Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Townsville?

    Townsville (TSV), located 4.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Townsville. Booking flights from Sydney to Townsville should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Townsville if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Townsville on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Townsville?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Townsville.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Townsville?

    Townsville Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Townsville. One-way flights to Townsville Airport typically cost $53, while return flights cost around $98.

  • How much is a return flight to Townsville?

    A return flight to Townsville will typically cost around $123, however they can be found for as little as $66.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Townsville depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Townsville, Cairns offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Townsville Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Townsville Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Townsville Airport?

    Yes. Townsville Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 3 bed room house near airport is the closest property to Townsville Airport (0.0 km away from Townsville Airport).

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