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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Townsville from $276

ADL — TSV
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Townsville

Thu 8/1021:45 -
1 stop21h 30m
Wed 14/1019:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 27/8$488
Wed 14/1012:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Sun 18/1019:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 27/8$500
Wed 14/1012:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Thu 22/1019:25 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 28/8$522
Sun 11/1006:25 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sun 18/1019:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 27/8$539
Fri 16/1006:10 -
1 stop5h 20m
Fri 23/1019:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 28/8$540
Fri 16/1006:10 -
1 stop5h 20m
Thu 22/1014:35 -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 26/8$550
Fri 18/909:20 -
1 stop11h 55m
Mon 21/914:35 -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 28/8$581
Thu 8/1021:45 -
2 stops13h 45m
Wed 14/1019:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 27/8$590

Find flight deals from Adelaide to Townsville

Round-trip from

$488

One-way from

$276

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$600
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/10-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Adelaide to Townsville
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 25m total
  • Adelaide to Townsville
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Thu 8/10

21:45-18:45

1 stop21h 30m

Townsville

Wed 14/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$488

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Wed 14/10

16:30-08:30

2 stops16h 30m

Townsville

Sun 18/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$536

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Sun 11/10

06:25-08:30

1 stop26h 35m

Townsville

Sun 18/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$539
Fastest return journey

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 16/10

06:10-11:00

1 stop5h 20m

Townsville

Thu 22/10

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

$550

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Wed 14/10

16:30-08:30

2 stops16h 30m

Townsville

Thu 22/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$564

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Thu 8/10

21:45-11:00

2 stops13h 45m

Townsville

Wed 14/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$596

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Sun 11/10

06:25-13:50

2 stops7h 55m

Townsville

Sun 18/10

19:25-08:00

1 stop12h 05m

$649

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 16/10

21:45-11:00

2 stops13h 45m

Townsville

Thu 22/10

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

$653

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Sat 26/9

19:35-09:30

1 stop13h 25m

Townsville

Sun 4/10

06:05-12:10

1 stop5h 35m

$740

AdelaideTownsville

ADL Adelaide - TSV Townsville

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Sat 26/9

20:55-11:00

2 stops13h 35m

Townsville

Sun 4/10

06:05-12:10

1 stop5h 35m

$744

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Townsville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to Townsville

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

The price you pay for your flight from Adelaide to Townsville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 13 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Townsville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Townsville (average of $477). Flying from Adelaide to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Adelaide to Townsville?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Adelaide to Townsville flights typically cost between $532 and $784 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $488 on Jetstar (8 Oct–14 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Adelaide to Townsville by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
473 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
569 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

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

  • How popular is this Adelaide to Townsville flight route?

    This flight path from Adelaide to Townsville was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Townsville?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Adelaide to Townsville in just under 5h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 10m. Adelaide and Townsville are separated by a distance of 1923 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Jetstar, at $219, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Townsville. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Virgin Australia. Jetstar is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Townsville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Townsville 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 Adelaide to Townsville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Townsville (average of $477). Flying from Adelaide to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 2 airlines flying from Adelaide to Townsville

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$219Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$320Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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