How much are direct flights to Townsville?

On average, a one-way direct flight to Townsville will cost users approximately $253. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Townsville, you can expect to pay around $603.

Which airlines fly direct to Townsville?

At the moment, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Airnorth, Rex offer direct flights to Townsville. Jetstar is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Townsville.

How long is a direct flight to Townsville?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Townsville to last approximately 2h 12m on average. The quickest direct flight to Townsville at this time departs from Cairns (0h 55m), while the longest leaves from Melbourne Airport (3h 00m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct to Townsville?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Townsville, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Townsville, when demand is typically at its lowest.

What is the most popular direct flight origin to Townsville?

Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Townsville is Brisbane. A return direct flight from Brisbane to Townsville typically costs around $319.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight to Townsville is in January with an average price of $179. If you're looking to fly direct to Townsville in September, expect to pay the most, with an average price of $270. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Townsville ranges from 10.0 - 290.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 290.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Townsville when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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Tue 5/806:45SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 45mJetstar

Tue 12/810:10TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 35mJetstar

Deal found 27/6$282

Thu 4/1206:40SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/1208:40TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/6$391

Mon 17/1119:15SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways

Fri 21/1114:40TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/6$478

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Tue 5/806:45SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 45mJetstar

Tue 12/810:10TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 35mJetstar

Deal found 27/6$282

Thu 4/1206:40SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/1208:40TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/6$391

Mon 17/1119:15SYD - TSV

Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways

Fri 21/1114:40TSV - SYD

Nonstop2h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/6$478

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Return

Price

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/7

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Wed 30/7

10:10-12:45

Nonstop2h 35m

$311

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

06:40-08:20

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Sat 20/12

08:40-12:25

Nonstop2h 45m

$391

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/11

19:15-20:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 21/11

14:40-18:25

Nonstop2h 45m

$478

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

06:45-08:30

Nonstop2h 45m

$128

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

19:15-20:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$1,513

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Townsville

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

869 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

869 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

869 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Virgin Australia

7.5

Good

409 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

869 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

454 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

869 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Temperature and rainfall in Townsville by month

TSV Temperature	19 - 27 °C

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).

FAQ about direct flights to Townsville

How much are direct flights to Townsville?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Townsville will cost users approximately $253. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Townsville, you can expect to pay around $603.
Which airlines fly direct to Townsville?
At the moment, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Airnorth, Rex offer direct flights to Townsville. Jetstar is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Townsville.
How long is a direct flight to Townsville?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Townsville to last approximately 2h 12m on average. The quickest direct flight to Townsville at this time departs from Cairns (0h 55m), while the longest leaves from Melbourne Airport (3h 00m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Townsville?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Townsville, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Townsville, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Townsville?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Townsville is Brisbane. A return direct flight from Brisbane to Townsville typically costs around $319.

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Townsville

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