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Cheap flights from Townsville to Darwin from $355

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — DRW
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Townsville to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Townsville to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Fri 1/506:05
TSV
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DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/501:15
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$754
Sun 24/506:05
TSV
-
DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Virgin Australia
Wed 27/514:35
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop6h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$783
Wed 20/506:05
TSV
-
DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/518:00
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$790
Sat 4/706:05
TSV
-
DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Virgin Australia
Sun 12/701:30
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop9h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 16/4$829
Mon 4/510:15
TSV
-
DRW
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/519:20
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$843
Fri 1/514:35
TSV
-
DRW
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/519:20
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$867
Sat 4/710:15
TSV
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DRW
2 stops10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/714:35
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$928

Find flight deals from Townsville to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Townsville (TSV) to Darwin (DRW). 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 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$754

One-way from

$355

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$712

Good round-trip deal

$643 or less

Good one-way deal

$495 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/5-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Townsville to Darwin
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Townsville to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Mon 4/5

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

Darwin

Fri 8/5

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

$754

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sun 24/5

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

Darwin

Wed 27/5

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

$783

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 1/5

14:35-18:00

2 stops27h 55m

Darwin

Tue 5/5

18:00-19:45

1 stop25h 15m

$825

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Wed 20/5

11:40-00:30

2 stops13h 20m

Darwin

Fri 29/5

18:00-17:20

1 stop22h 50m

$909

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sat 4/7

10:15-20:35

2 stops10h 50m

Darwin

Mon 13/7

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

$928

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 1/5

15:00-17:30

Nonstop3h 00m

Darwin

Mon 4/5

19:20-08:15

1 stop12h 25m

$1,041
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sat 22/8

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$377

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sat 15/8

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$377

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sat 25/4

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$380

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sun 17/5

20:25-17:15

1 stop21h 20m

$431

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Best time to book a flight from Townsville to Darwin

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Townsville to Darwin

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Darwin?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Darwin (average of $542). Flying from Townsville to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $888). 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 DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Townsville to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Townsville to Darwin by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Townsville to Darwin?

Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Darwin. 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 Darwin. Reviews last updated 21 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Townsville to Darwin. 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
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,023 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Townsville to Darwin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Townsville to Darwin flight route?

    Flights from Townsville to Darwin have been viewed 71 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Townsville to Darwin?

    There are many flights that can get you from Townsville to Darwin in 8h 10m. Fly via Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Townsville to Darwin round-trip?

    Flying on Airnorth is currently your cheapest option to Darwin, with prices starting at $495. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, with the lowest prices starting at $581 and $602, respectively. Airnorth is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Townsville to Darwin one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Townsville to Darwin are Airnorth ($244), Virgin Australia ($283), and Qantas Airways ($449).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    On average you can expect to pay $765 for a flight from Townsville to Darwin. The cheapest flight overall is $455 while the most popular route, (Townsville - Darwin) is currently priced at $754.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Townsville to Darwin that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Townsville to Darwin flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Townsville to Darwin.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Townsville to Darwin 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 Darwin?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Darwin (average of $542). Flying from Townsville to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $888). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Townsville to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Townsville to Darwin. 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 21 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirnorthCheapest$495Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$581Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$602Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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