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Cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville from $351

DRW — TSV
19 Sep — 26 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville

Mon 12/1001:15 -
1 stop30h 30m
Fri 16/1015:10 -
1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 16/8$707
Tue 13/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Fri 16/1015:10 -
1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 16/8$720
Thu 15/1001:15 -
1 stop12h 45m
Sun 18/1019:25 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 16/8$733
Mon 12/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Thu 15/1021:30 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 16/8$742
Mon 7/914:35 -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 9/906:05 -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 16/8$751
Tue 13/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Thu 15/1014:35 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 16/8$755
Sun 11/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Fri 16/1015:10 -
1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 16/8$761
Mon 12/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Thu 15/1014:35 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 16/8$776
Tue 1/914:35 -
1 stop6h 40m
Sat 5/906:05 -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 17/8$786
Tue 29/914:35 -
1 stop6h 40m
Tue 6/1021:30 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 15/8$789
Sun 11/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Wed 14/1006:05 -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 16/8$793
Sun 11/1001:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Thu 15/1014:35 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 16/8$795

Find flight deals from Darwin to Townsville

Round-trip from

$707

One-way from

$351

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$720

Good round-trip deal

$629 or less

Good one-way deal

$418 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Darwin to Townsville
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 45m total
  • Darwin to Townsville
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 15/10

01:15-14:30

1 stop12h 45m

Townsville

Sun 18/10

19:25-16:15

1 stop21h 20m

$733

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 7/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Wed 9/9

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$751

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 1/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Sat 5/9

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$786

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 29/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Tue 6/10

21:30-00:20

1 stop27h 20m

$789

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 12/10

00:15-11:00

2 stops10h 15m

Townsville

Fri 16/10

15:10-00:20

1 stop9h 40m

$807

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 7/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Wed 9/9

16:00-18:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$857

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 23/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Wed 30/9

15:10-00:20

1 stop9h 40m

$893

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 1/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Sat 5/9

06:05-18:00

2 stops12h 25m

$895
Fastest return journey

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 7/9

11:00-14:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Townsville

Wed 9/9

16:00-18:30

Nonstop3h 00m

$897

DarwinTownsville

DRW Darwin - TSV Townsville

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 30/9

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Mon 5/10

19:25-17:00

2 stops22h 05m

$921

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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 $624). Flying from Darwin to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,019). 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 typical for this route at the moment.

Darwin to Townsville flights typically cost between $669 and $891 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $707 on Jetstar (12 Oct–16 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
470 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
470 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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 46 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 40m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $380. Another option worth looking into is Airnorth, starting at $506 round trip. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $205 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Virgin Australia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airnorth and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $219 and $484, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville?

    The cheapest flight price from Darwin to Townsville is $418. On average you can expect to pay $576. The most popular route, (Darwin - Townsville), can usually be booked for $786.

  • 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 $624). Flying from Darwin to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,019). 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$380Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirnorthCheapest$506Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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