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The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in April or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Home Oceania Australia Melbourne Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne

How to find the cheapest flight from
Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL)

TSV - MEL
Price
$298 - $431
MEL
Temperature
22 - 32 °C
MEL
Rainfall
26 - 170 mm

Popular in

May

High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise

Cheapest in

April

Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop

Average price

$388

Average for round-trip flights in December 2020

Round-trip from

$298

From Townsville to Melbourne

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Townsville to Melbourne?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 20% by booking at least 33 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Townsville to Melbourne within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $197.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne. Flights to Melbourne from Townsville in February are about $192 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $106.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne (TSV - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Townsville to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne in December, January 2021

The best prices found for TSV to MEL flights in December, January
30 Nov - 7 Dec
$448pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Jetstar
Direct
TSV
Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$465pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
TSV
Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$466pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
TSV
Townsville

Townsville to Melbourne 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Melbourne from Townsville found for this year
30 Nov - 7 Dec
$448pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Jetstar
Direct
TSV
Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$465pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
TSV
Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$466pp
TSV
Townsville
Multiple airlines
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
TSV
Townsville

Direct flights to Melbourne from Townsville

Save time with Townsville to Melbourne direct flight deals
7 Jan - 21 Jan
$259pp
TSV
Townsville
Jetstar
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Jetstar
Direct
TSV
Townsville
15 Jan - 18 Jan
$270pp
TSV
Townsville
Jetstar
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Jetstar
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Townsville
10 Apr - 24 Apr
$388pp
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Townsville
Jetstar
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MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
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Townsville

Last-minute flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Late deals on return flights to Melbourne from Townsville, departing today and this week
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$465pp
TSV
Townsville
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Direct
MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
TSV
Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$466pp
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Townsville
Multiple airlines
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MEL
Melbourne
MEL
Melbourne
Virgin Australia
 
1 STOP
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Townsville
7 Dec - 11 Dec
$525pp
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One-way flights to Melbourne from Townsville

The cheapest one-way flights from Townsville to Melbourne
17:05 - 16:40
Jetstar
2 stops
46h 35m
TSV - MEL
Jetstar
$424
Kiwi.com
03:05 - 16:40
Qantas Airways
2 stops
12h 35m
TSV - MEL
Qantas Airways
$449
Tripmonster
03:05 - 15:10
Multiple Airlines
3 stops
11h 05m
TSV - MEL
Multiple Airlines
$679
Gotogate

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Townsville to Melbourne flights.

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From Townsville to Melbourne

Can I find flights from Townsville to Melbourne for under $271 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Townsville to Melbourne for under $271. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $259, but on average you can expect to pay $437.

Which airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Virgin Australia and Airnorth are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Are there direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne for under $271 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 10 direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne under $271. A good price for a direct flight from Townsville to Melbourne is less than $616.

Are there last-minute flights available from Townsville to Melbourne for under $542?

There are currently 8+ open flights from Townsville to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $542.

What days are direct flights available from Townsville to Melbourne?

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Friday.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 1,482 users have taken a look at flights from Townsville to Melbourne.

How many flights depart from Townsville to Melbourne on average per day?

Travellers can expect 1 flight from Townsville to Melbourne on average per day.
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Townsville or Melbourne?

When travelling, it's generally smart to pack in preparation for rain or any other conditions that may arise. The rainfall in Townsville is roughly greater than that of Melbourne. You can assume this to be the case over the next 13 days.

Is Townsville weather warmer or cooler than Melbourne?

Expect the weather to be around 32 °C on average in January. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Melbourne is generally colder than in Townsville.

How long does is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

Departing from Townsville to Melbourne will take you 3h. The distance from Townsville to Melbourne is about 2068 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Townsville to Melbourne return?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Townsville to Melbourne from $260 return. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $254. Qantas Airways flights start at $449 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $771 one-way.

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Destination information for Melbourne

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Townsville to Melbourne
Flight duration
3h 00m
Average temperature for December in Melbourne
23.0 °C
Avg rainfall for December in Melbourne
92.0 mm

Airports servicing Townsville

Townsville (TSV)

Airports servicing Melbourne

Melbourne (MEL)

Top 3 airlines from Townsville to Melbourne

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Townsville to Melbourne choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
Jetstar 		$158 $247 No change fee 74%
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Virgin Australia 		$185 $320 No cancel fee 80%
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Qantas Airways 		$196 $372 No change fee 74%
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