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Cheap flights from Canberra to Townsville from $525

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — TSV
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Canberra to Townsville are usually found in June or July, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra 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 748,348 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2024.

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CanberraTownsville

CBR - TSV

CBRTSV

Canberra

Fri 3/1

06:40-10:55

1 stop5h 15m

Townsville

Sat 4/1

11:50-17:50

1 stop5h 00m

$552

CanberraTownsville

CBR - TSV

CBRTSV

Canberra

Sat 28/12

10:15-22:25

2 stops13h 10m

Townsville

Wed 8/1

06:00-19:30

2 stops12h 30m

$1,191

CanberraTownsville

CBR - TSV

CBRTSV

Canberra

Fri 3/1

12:35-09:10

3 stops21h 35m

Townsville

Sat 4/1

20:45-15:50

2 stops18h 05m

$1,396

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Deals found on 3/12

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Townsville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) 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 4 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$525

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$611
18/1-25/1
  • 18/1-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Canberra to Townsville
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

Find flight deals from Canberra to Townsville

Cheapest flights from Canberra to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2024.

Sat 28/1206:40CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/117:25TSV - CBR
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$716
Sat 28/1210:15CBR - TSV
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 8/106:00TSV - CBR
2 stops12h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,191

Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Townsville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Townsville from Canberra with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Canberra to Townsville

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Canberra to Townsville including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Canberra to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 22 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Townsville is 35 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Townsville (average of $168). Flying from Canberra to Townsville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 CBR to TSV?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra 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 4 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Canberra to Townsville is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Rainfall in Townsville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Townsville ranges from 10.0 - 290.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 290.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Townsville when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Townsville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Townsville, 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).

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 4 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.1
Very Good
520 reviews
8.1
Very Good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

7.6
Good
811 reviews
8.1
Very Good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

7.6
Good
472 reviews
8.1
Very Good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

6.7
Okay
495 reviews
8.1
Very Good
520 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Canberra to Townsville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Canberra to Townsville round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Canberra to Townsville is Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $529 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Jetstar and Qantas Airways, starting at $704 and $1,191 round-trip. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Townsville (average of $168). Flying from Canberra to Townsville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 Canberra to Townsville

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JetstarCheapest$261Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$522Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$658Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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