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Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport from $117

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — MEL
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in February or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne
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 1 May 2026.

Wed 10/620:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 12/616:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$258
Fri 7/820:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Wed 12/816:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$263
Sun 7/620:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 12/616:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$268
Tue 20/1019:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 23/1016:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$274
Mon 10/820:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 11/816:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/4$275
Sun 24/520:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 25/516:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4$284
Sun 24/520:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 31/516:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4$285
Fri 6/1120:05
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 8/1117:25
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/4$288
Wed 29/421:05
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sat 30/514:20
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4$293
Wed 10/620:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sat 13/614:35
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$295
Mon 25/520:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 1/616:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4$303
Sun 14/620:25
TSV
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 21/616:45
MEL
-
TSV
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$310

Find 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$263

One-way from

$117

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$255 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
Jetstar
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  • 7/8-12/8
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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  • 5/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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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 1 May 2026.
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Price

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TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Tue 20/10

19:25-23:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

16:45-18:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$274

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 10/6

20:25-23:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

14:35-17:35

Nonstop3h 00m

$295

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Sun 4/10

06:05-14:20

1 stop7h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

07:10-13:50

1 stop7h 40m

$338

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Mon 10/8

14:35-21:20

1 stop6h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

16:10-22:30

1 stop6h 20m

$339

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Sun 24/5

20:25-23:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

16:10-21:45

1 stop5h 35m

$352

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Thu 11/6

10:15-21:20

1 stop11h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

16:45-19:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$370

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Mon 1/6

20:25-23:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

06:00-11:00

1 stop5h 00m

$381

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Fri 15/5

20:25-23:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

18:55-09:30

1 stop14h 35m

$388

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Fri 10/7

17:30-23:50

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

16:10-22:30

1 stop6h 20m

$398

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Tue 19/5

06:05-13:20

1 stop7h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

16:45-19:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$409

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

Booking 82 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $253). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $453). 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 1 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

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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 1 May 2026.
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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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
1,028 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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 Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 is 1 flight from Townsville to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in just under 3h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2055 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $157, 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 $231 and $237, respectively. Jetstar is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($98), Virgin Australia ($209), and Qantas Airways ($257).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider Alliance Airlines (78%), Qantas Airways (74%) or Jetstar (66%) 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 $115. While the most popular route (Townsville - Melbourne) can be booked for $235 on average, our data indicates $220 when flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $253). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $453). 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 Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$157Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$231Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$237Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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