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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Townsville 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — TSV
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Townsville are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Townsville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Townsville (TSV). 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 3 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$235

One-way from

$117

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$250 or less

Good one-way deal

$177 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/10-12/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Brisbane to Townsville
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Brisbane to Townsville
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Townsville.
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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 September 2025.

Thu 9/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Sun 12/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/9$235
Tue 14/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Mon 20/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$239
Sat 22/1107:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Tue 25/1120:55TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$245
Fri 3/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Mon 6/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/9$251
Wed 19/1118:15BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Fri 21/1120:55TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 2/9$253
Thu 2/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Sat 4/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$256
Sat 1/1107:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Wed 5/1120:55TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 50mJetstar
Deal found 2/9$267
Wed 1/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Wed 8/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$273
Wed 1/1006:10BNE - TSV
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Thu 9/1021:20TSV - BNE
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$274

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Townsville 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 3 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Townsville that are best for you.

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Brisbane

Fly to

Townsville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Thu 9/10

06:10-08:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Sun 12/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$235

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Tue 14/10

06:10-08:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Mon 20/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$239

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Fri 31/10

13:40-15:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Tue 4/11

20:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

$239

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

07:10-09:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Tue 25/11

20:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

$245

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Tue 7/10

18:45-20:45

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Thu 9/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$251

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Fri 3/10

06:10-08:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Mon 6/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$251

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Sun 5/10

06:10-08:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Thu 9/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$251

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Wed 19/11

18:15-20:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Fri 21/11

20:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

$253

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Thu 2/10

06:10-08:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Sat 4/10

21:20-23:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$256

BrisbaneTownsville

BNE - TSV

BNETSV

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

18:15-20:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Townsville

Wed 26/11

20:55-22:45

Nonstop1h 50m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Townsville

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Townsville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 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 Brisbane to Townsville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Brisbane to Townsville in September is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 BNE to TSV?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Townsville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Brisbane to Townsville in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Brisbane to Townsville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 31 August 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Townsville. 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 Townsville. Reviews last updated 3 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Brisbane to Townsville, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
904 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
904 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
904 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
904 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
473 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
904 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Brisbane to Townsville?

    Booking a flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Townsville (TSV) is your only option if you wish to fly from Brisbane to Townsville. On a typical day, there are 27 flights from Brisbane to Townsville, all of which are around 2h 00m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Brisbane to Townsville.

  • How popular is this Brisbane to Townsville flight route?

    Flights from Brisbane to Townsville have been viewed 3,788 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Townsville?

    There are many flights that can get you from Brisbane to Townsville in 2h. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Brisbane and Townsville is about 1112 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Jetstar, at $184, was found to be the cheapest airline from Brisbane to Townsville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Townsville?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Brisbane to Townsville are Cathay Pacific (87%), Fiji Airways (83%) and American Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Townsville?

    While on average a flight from Brisbane to Townsville is generally $509, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $104. When looking at the most popular route, (Brisbane - Townsville), you can expect to pay $212 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Brisbane to Townsville in September is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Brisbane to Townsville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Townsville. 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 3 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$184Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$211Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$257Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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