Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne from $155
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — MEL
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in February or November, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
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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 30 October 2026.
Tue 8/1220:05 -
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Deal found 29/10$278
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Deal found 26/10$284
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Deal found 27/10$551
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Deal found 29/10$575
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Deal found 25/10$600
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Deal found 25/10$601
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 30 October 2026.
Tue 8/1220:05 -
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Deal found 29/10$278
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Deal found 29/10$369
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Deal found 26/10$371
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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 30 October 2026.
Tue 8/1220:05 -
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Deal found 29/10$278
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Deal found 26/10$284
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Deal found 30/10$288
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Deal found 27/10$340
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Last-minute flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 25/10$371
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Deal found 25/10$600
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Deal found 30/10$288
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Deal found 29/10$369
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Deal found 27/10$551
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 30 October 2026.
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Deal found 26/10$155
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Deal found 28/10$193
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Deal found 26/10$195
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Deal found 27/10$217
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Deal found 28/10$244
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Deal found 27/10$246
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Deal found 26/10$247
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Deal found 26/10$249
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Deal found 28/10$276
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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 (ME1). 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 30 October 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Fri 18/12
20:05-00:10
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Tue 22/12
20:05-00:10
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$244
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Fri 13/11
20:05-00:10
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$246
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Thu 19/11
17:15-00:15
1 stop6h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$247
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Wed 18/11
17:15-00:15
1 stop6h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$247
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Tue 1/12
11:40-20:15
1 stop7h 35m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$249
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Wed 23/12
17:15-00:15
1 stop6h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$249
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Sun 27/12
20:05-00:10
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$276
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Tue 8/12
20:05-00:10
Nonstop3h 05m
Melbourne
Thu 14/1
17:25-19:25
Nonstop3h 00m
$278
TownsvilleMelbourne
TSV Townsville - MEL Melbourne
TSVMEL
Townsville
Mon 2/11
17:15-00:15
1 stop6h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$290
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Townsville to Melbourne
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne (average of $278). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 30 October 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 as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Townsville to Melbourne?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Townsville to Melbourne flights typically cost between $260 and $413 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $278 on Jetstar (8 Dec–14 Jan).
How often are flights from Townsville to Melbourne delayed?
About 30% of weekly flights between Townsville and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday 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, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 31% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Townsville to Melbourne, 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.
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 30 October 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Townsville to Melbourne to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Townsville to Melbourne?
Townsville (TSV), located 4.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Townsville to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Townsville to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Townsville to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne?
There are many flights that can get you from Townsville to Melbourne in 3h 05m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2055 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne round-trip?
Jetstar, at $173, was found to be the cheapest airline from Townsville to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Townsville to Melbourne one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Townsville to Melbourne are Jetstar ($111), Virgin Australia ($202), and Qantas Airways ($261).
What are the most reliable airlines from Townsville to Melbourne?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Townsville to Melbourne consider choosing Alliance Airlines(84%), Qantas Airways(67%) or Jetstar(49%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $157. While the most popular route (Townsville - Melbourne) can be booked for $259 on average, our data indicates $379 when flying 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?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne (average of $278). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Townsville. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 October 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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