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Cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville from $747

DRW — TSV
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville

Wed 14/1011:05 -
Nonstop2h 50m
Fri 30/1011:00 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 13/9$747
Wed 28/1011:15 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Fri 30/1011:00 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 15/9$751
Wed 14/1014:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Fri 30/1006:05 -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 13/9$758
Wed 7/1014:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Thu 22/1021:00 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 13/9$779
Wed 28/1014:20 -
1 stop6h 55m
Fri 30/1006:05 -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 15/9$789
Mon 12/1014:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Mon 19/1006:05 -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 14/9$792
Sun 11/1001:15 -
1 stop30h 30m
Mon 19/1015:00 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 14/9$812
Sun 11/1001:15 -
1 stop30h 30m
Mon 19/1019:25 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 14/9$813
Mon 19/1011:00 -
Nonstop2h 50m
Tue 20/1006:05 -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 16/9$817
Wed 14/1014:05 -
1 stop7h 10m
Fri 30/1011:00 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 13/9$819
Mon 12/1011:00 -
Nonstop2h 50m
Mon 19/1015:00 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 14/9$833

Find flight deals from Darwin to Townsville

Round-trip from

$747

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$980

Good round-trip deal

$953 or less
Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 14/10-30/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Darwin to Townsville
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 28/10

14:20-21:45

1 stop6h 55m

Townsville

Wed 4/11

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$758

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 22/2

14:20-21:45

1 stop6h 55m

Townsville

Fri 26/2

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$784

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 28/10

14:20-21:45

1 stop6h 55m

Townsville

Fri 30/10

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$789

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sat 26/9

01:15-08:15

1 stop30h 30m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$799

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 27/9

18:45-11:00

3 stops39h 45m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$803

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 11/10

01:15-08:15

1 stop30h 30m

Townsville

Mon 19/10

15:00-17:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$812
Fastest return journey

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 12/10

11:00-14:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Mon 19/10

15:00-17:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$833

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 28/10

14:20-08:10

2 stops17h 20m

Townsville

Wed 4/11

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$847

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sat 26/9

01:35-16:50

2 stops14h 45m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$868

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 8/10

01:15-20:15

1 stop18h 30m

Townsville

Mon 12/10

21:00-00:20

1 stop27h 50m

$914

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Townsville

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Townsville (average of $622). Flying from Darwin to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,015). 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 DRW to TSV?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Darwin to Townsville as you normally would.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Darwin to Townsville flights typically cost between $872 and $1,073 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $747 on Airnorth (14 Oct–30 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia from Darwin 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
475 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

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
475 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
475 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

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 Darwin to Townsville flight route?

    The Darwin to Townsville flight path was viewed by 59 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 Darwin to Townsville?

    There are many flights that can get you from Darwin to Townsville in 6h 55m. Fly via Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km.

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

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Townsville, with prices starting at $379. Another option worth looking into is Airnorth, starting at $504 round trip. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $219 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Airnorth. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $305 and $482, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville?

    The cheapest flight price from Darwin to Townsville is $718. On average you can expect to pay $980. The most popular route, (Darwin - Townsville), can usually be booked for $751.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Townsville (average of $622). Flying from Darwin to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,015). 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 Darwin to Townsville

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$379Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirnorthCheapest$504Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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