Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport from $140
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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — MEL
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
Cheap flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 27 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Townsville to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.
Sat 6/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 30/116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$301
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 9/1220:30MEL - TSV
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$343
Tue 2/1211:40TSV - MEL
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1216:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$406
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1215:10MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$407
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 13/1217:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$447
Wed 31/1217:55TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 6/122:00MEL - TSV
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$450
Best flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Fri 13/319:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 16/317:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$317
Mon 12/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/116:50MEL - TSV
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$360
Sat 6/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 30/116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$334
Fri 23/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/106:40MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$377
Thu 22/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$344
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 9/1220:30MEL - TSV
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$344
Fri 13/319:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/316:50MEL - TSV
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$409
Sun 11/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 15/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$417
Wed 31/1217:55TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/116:10MEL - TSV
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$466
Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Townsville to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Sat 6/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 30/116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$301
Tue 6/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 10/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$327
Fri 23/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$329
Thu 22/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$344
Sun 11/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 15/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$417
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 13/1217:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$447
Wed 31/1217:55TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 6/117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$470
Sat 13/1220:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 16/1217:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$520
Tue 2/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 9/1216:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$521
Last-minute flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne. Data last updated 27 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 2/1211:40TSV - MEL
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1216:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$406
Sat 6/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 30/116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$301
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 9/1220:30MEL - TSV
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$343
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1215:10MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$407
Sun 7/1219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 13/1217:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$447
Wed 31/1217:55TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 6/122:00MEL - TSV
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$450
One-way flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Townsville to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Wed 18/219:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$140
Thu 1/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$169
Sun 4/120:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$186
Sun 30/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$200
Wed 31/1217:55TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$208
Wed 31/1206:05TSV - MEL
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$231
Wed 10/1217:15TSV - MEL
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/11$234
Sun 30/1106:05TSV - MEL
1 stop6h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/11$241
Sun 4/117:15TSV - MEL
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$248
Sun 7/1211:40TSV - MEL
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/11$251
Thu 11/1211:40TSV - MEL
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/11$258
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Townsville to Melbourne 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Fri 13/3
19:00-23:05
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Mon 16/3
17:25-19:25
Nonstop3h 00m
$317
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Sat 6/12
19:00-23:05
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Fri 30/1
16:15-18:15
Nonstop3h 00m
$334
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Thu 22/1
20:10-00:15
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
17:25-19:25
Nonstop3h 00m
$344
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Sun 7/12
19:00-23:05
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Tue 9/12
20:30-08:20
1 stop12h 50m
$344
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Mon 12/1
20:10-00:15
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
16:50-22:10
1 stop6h 20m
$360
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Fri 23/1
20:10-00:15
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
06:40-10:55
1 stop5h 15m
$377
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Fri 13/3
19:00-23:05
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Mon 16/3
16:50-22:10
1 stop6h 20m
$409
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Sun 11/1
20:10-00:15
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Thu 15/1
17:25-19:25
Nonstop3h 00m
$417
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Wed 31/12
17:55-22:00
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Tue 6/1
16:10-22:10
1 stop7h 00m
$466
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV - MEL
TSVMEL
Townsville
Thu 1/1
20:10-00:15
Nonstop3h 05m
$169
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Townsville to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.
Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $148). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Townsville to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 60% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Townsville to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Townsville to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Townsville to Melbourne delayed?
About 21% of weekly flights between Townsville and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Townsville to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Townsville to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar
from Townsville to Melbourne Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Townsville to Melbourne?
If you book a flight to Melbourne from Townsville, you will be flying from Townsville, which is the city’s only airport. Townsville (TSV) is located 4.5 km from the centre of Townsville. There are 2 flights from Townsville to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Jetstar can get you from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in just under 3h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2055 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $197, Jetstar will fly you from Townsville to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $254 and $380, respectively. Jetstar is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Consider Alliance Airlines (84%), Qantas Airways (73%) or Jetstar (63%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $113. While the most popular route (Townsville - Melbourne) can be booked for $281 on average, our data indicates $297 when flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Townsville to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $148). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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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