Cheap flights from Townsville to Canberra from $263
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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — CBR
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Townsville to Canberra are usually found in March or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Townsville to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Townsville to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.
Wed 10/1211:40TSV - CBR
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$558
Fri 19/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$820
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop11h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$956
Wed 10/1206:05TSV - CBR
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1216:55CBR - TSV
2 stops6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,009
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1218:55CBR - TSV
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,010
Thu 18/1211:45TSV - CBR
2 stops8h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 22/1214:30CBR - TSV
2 stops8h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,236
Best flights from Townsville to Canberra
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Townsville to Canberra that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Fri 13/306:05TSV - CBR
1 stop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 17/318:40CBR - TSV
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$544
Fri 13/320:55TSV - CBR
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/306:30CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$655
Mon 15/1217:15TSV - CBR
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1212:20CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$563
Thu 18/1211:45TSV - CBR
2 stops8h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 22/1214:30CBR - TSV
2 stops8h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,236
Fri 19/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1217:35CBR - TSV
2 stops29h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$867
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1218:55CBR - TSV
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,010
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop11h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$956
Last-minute flights from Townsville to Canberra
Discover last-minute flight deals from Townsville to Canberra. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 10/1211:40TSV - CBR
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$558
Wed 10/1206:05TSV - CBR
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1216:55CBR - TSV
2 stops6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,009
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop11h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$956
Thu 18/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1218:55CBR - TSV
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,010
Thu 18/1211:45TSV - CBR
2 stops8h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 22/1214:30CBR - TSV
2 stops8h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,236
Fri 19/1214:15TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1206:30CBR - TSV
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$820
One-way flights from Townsville to Canberra
Search for one-way flight options from Townsville to Canberra. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Wed 10/1217:15TSV - CBR
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$263
Find flight deals from Townsville to Canberra
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Townsville (TSV) to Canberra (CBR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Townsville to Canberra that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
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TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Fri 13/3
06:05-11:40
1 stop4h 35m
Canberra
Tue 17/3
18:40-22:10
1 stop4h 30m
$544
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Mon 15/12
17:15-23:15
1 stop5h 00m
Canberra
Thu 18/12
12:20-16:30
1 stop5h 10m
$563
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Fri 13/3
20:55-17:00
1 stop19h 05m
Canberra
Tue 17/3
06:30-10:55
1 stop5h 25m
$655
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Fri 19/12
14:15-23:15
1 stop8h 00m
Canberra
Tue 23/12
17:35-22:10
2 stops29h 35m
$867
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Thu 18/12
14:15-23:15
1 stop8h 00m
Canberra
Mon 22/12
06:30-16:30
1 stop11h 00m
$956
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Thu 18/12
14:15-23:15
1 stop8h 00m
Canberra
Mon 22/12
18:55-15:50
2 stops21h 55m
$1,010
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Thu 18/12
11:45-21:35
2 stops8h 50m
Canberra
Mon 22/12
14:30-22:15
2 stops8h 45m
$1,236
TownsvilleCanberra
TSV - CBR
TSVCBR
Townsville
Wed 10/12
17:15-23:15
1 stop5h 00m
$263
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Deals found on 2/12
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Townsville to Canberra?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Townsville to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Townsville to Canberra is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Canberra?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Canberra (average of $334). Flying from Townsville to Canberra in August is currently the most expensive (average of $529). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TSV to CBR?
Find hourly flight availability from Townsville to Canberra. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Townsville to Canberra in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Townsville to Canberra?
Share of one-stop return flights from Townsville to Canberra chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 99% of one-stop itineraries from Townsville to Canberra on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Townsville to Canberra?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Townsville to Canberra, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Melbourne (MEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $486.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Townsville to Canberra?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Townsville to Canberra, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 27m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Townsville to Canberra?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Townsville to Canberra, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 01m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Canberra
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Canberra. 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 Canberra. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia from Townsville to Canberra to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
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How long is the flight from Townsville to Canberra?
Departing from Townsville to Canberra will take you 4h 35m. The distance between Townsville and Canberra is about 1799 km.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Townsville to Canberra round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Townsville to Canberra round-trip from $479. Virgin Australia is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Townsville to Canberra?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Townsville to Canberra by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Canberra?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Canberra (average of $334). Flying from Townsville to Canberra in August is currently the most expensive (average of $529). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Explore flights to Canberra departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 December 2025.
Browse through other flights departing from Townsville. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 December 2025.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Townsville to Canberra. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
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