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Cheap flights from Townsville to Darwin from $539

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. 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.
TSV — DRW
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

The best prices from Townsville to Darwin are usually found in February or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 26 April 2024.

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February

Average price

$732

Round-trip from

$467
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Townsville to Darwin?

Departing on a Wednesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 134% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Townsville to Darwin?

To save up to 47% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 31 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Townsville to Darwin from $818 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $972 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Darwin?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Darwin from Townsville average $819. You can even find prices in February for less than $819, as users have found deals to Darwin from as low as $580. The month of September appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Darwin from Townsville. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 21%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Darwin (TSV - DRW)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Townsville to Darwin by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Townsville to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Townsville and Darwin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found from Townsville to Darwin. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 8/606:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 10mVirgin Australia
Fri 14/601:05DRW - TSV
1 stop14h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$748
Sat 8/606:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 10mVirgin Australia
Fri 14/600:35DRW - TSV
2 stops11h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$874
Thu 16/513:10TSV - DRW
1 stop11h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 23/514:30DRW - TSV
1 stop8h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$900
Sat 8/613:10TSV - DRW
2 stops35h 10mVirgin Australia
Fri 14/600:35DRW - TSV
2 stops10h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$1,053
Fri 24/509:00TSV - DRW
2 stops15h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/500:35DRW - TSV
2 stops22h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$1,185
Fri 24/513:10TSV - DRW
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/500:35DRW - TSV
2 stops11h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$1,340

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Townsville to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Townsville and Darwin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Townsville to Darwin. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 16/518:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 22/501:20DRW - TSV
1 stop12h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,006
Thu 16/514:55TSV - DRW
1 stop10h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 22/501:20DRW - TSV
1 stop12h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,012

Cheap Townsville to Darwin flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Townsville to Darwin specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Townsville to Darwin in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$539
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$545
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$566
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$568
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/514:45DRW - TSV
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$669
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$671
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/514:45DRW - TSV
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$672
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$680
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$683

Townsville to Darwin 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Townsville and Darwin in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Townsville to Darwin in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$539
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$545
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$566
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$568
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/514:45DRW - TSV
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$669
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$671
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/514:45DRW - TSV
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$672
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$680
Fri 24/517:30TSV - DRW
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/501:05DRW - TSV
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$683

Direct flights to Darwin from Townsville

Discover direct flight options from Townsville to Darwin. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Townsville to Darwin. Users seeking other options on flights from Townsville to Darwin should update the search form at the top of the page.
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$539
Fri 24/514:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Fri 31/511:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$545
Wed 15/515:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Wed 22/512:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 25/4$1,032
Wed 15/515:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Wed 22/512:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Deal found 26/4$1,105

Find flights from Townsville to Darwin within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Townsville to Darwin 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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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$539 - $1,127

Route

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Return

Price

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

Nonstop2h 50m

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 40m

$539

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

Nonstop2h 50m

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 40m

$545

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

1 stop7h 25m

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 40m

$566

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

1 stop7h 25m

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 40m

$568

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

1 stop7h 25m

Darwin

Fri 31/5

1 stop16h 10m

$669

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Fri 24/5

Nonstop2h 50m

Darwin

Thu 30/5

1 stop6h 45m

$671

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Sat 8/6

1 stop8h 10m

Darwin

Fri 14/6

1 stop14h 55m

$748

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Thu 16/5

1 stop7h 05m

Darwin

Wed 22/5

1 stop12h 55m

$1,006

TownsvilleDarwin

TSV - DRW

TSVDRW

Townsville

Wed 15/5

2 stops51h 50m

Darwin

Tue 21/5

2 stops30h 20m

$1,127

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Deals found on 25/4

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Townsville to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Townsville to Darwin, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Townsville to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Townsville to Darwin flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Darwin by month

Plan your trip from Townsville to Darwin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Townsville to Darwin is currently $0 while a return flight costs $715. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Darwin (average of $304). Flying from Townsville to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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.

January

$510

February

$543

March

$545

April

$479

May

$537

June

$703

July

$642

August

$548

September

$530

October

$467

November

$493

December

$517

Temperature and rainfall in Darwin by month

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

DRW

Temperature

25 - 29 °C

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 26 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Townsville to Darwin. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
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Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
670 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Townsville to Darwin for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Townsville to Darwin for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Airnorth for just $539, but on average you can expect to pay $755.

  • Are there direct flights from Townsville to Darwin for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 4 direct flights from Townsville to Darwin under $600. A good price for a direct flight from Townsville to Darwin is less than $804.

  • How popular is this Townsville to Darwin flight route?

    Flights from Townsville to Darwin have been viewed 69 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $539. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $748 round trip. Airnorth is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Townsville to Darwin?

    Consider Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Airnorth when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Townsville to Darwin.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    On average you can expect to pay $727 for a flight from Townsville to Darwin. The cheapest flight overall is $315 while the most popular route, (Townsville - Darwin) is currently priced at $545.

  • What does TSV to DRW mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Townsville Airport to Darwin Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a TSV to DRW flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Townsville to Darwin that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Townsville to Darwin flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Townsville to Darwin with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Townsville to Darwin flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Townsville to Darwin that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Townsville to Darwin offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Townsville to Darwin flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Townsville to Darwin flight deals updated?

    The Townsville to Darwin flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/4.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Townsville to Darwin

Discover the top 4 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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
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AirnorthCheapest$403Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$520Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$604Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$700Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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