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Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport from $126

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — MEL
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in March or May, 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 23 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$247

One-way from

$185

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$311

Good round-trip deal

$271 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/7-22/7
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 May 2025.

Tue 8/721:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 22/717:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 21/5$247
Tue 8/721:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/717:10MEL - TSV
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5$353
Sat 27/1206:05TSV - MEL
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 10/113:10MEL - TSV
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/5$472
Wed 2/720:25TSV - MEL
2 stops35h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/718:55MEL - TSV
2 stops37h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/5$1,847

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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 23 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Townsville

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Tue 8/7

21:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

17:10-20:10

Nonstop3h 00m

$247

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Tue 8/7

21:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

17:10-23:45

1 stop6h 35m

$353

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Sat 9/8

06:05-15:20

1 stop9h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

07:10-12:30

1 stop5h 20m

$487

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 2/7

20:25-08:05

2 stops35h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

18:55-08:05

2 stops37h 10m

$1,847

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Thu 28/8

21:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$126

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Thu 28/8

06:05-13:20

1 stop7h 15m

$237

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Sat 12/7

11:45-19:55

2 stops8h 10m

$436

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Deals found on 22/5

Best time to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Townsville to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 May 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 23 May 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% 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 18 May 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Townsville to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Townsville to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Townsville to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 May 2025.

The most flights from TSV to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 23 May 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
402 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
447 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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 are 2 flights from Townsville to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $247, 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 Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $487 and $1,847, respectively. Jetstar is 32% 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 (98%), Qantas Airways (91%) or Jetstar (83%) 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 $103. While the most popular route (Townsville - Melbourne) can be booked for $247 on average our data indicates $326 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Townsville to Melbourne. 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 23 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$201Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$258Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$306Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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