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Cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville from $282

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — TSV
18 Aug — 25 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Townsville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) 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 13 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$554

One-way from

$282

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$763

Good round-trip deal

$557 or less

Good one-way deal

$482 or less
Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 26/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Darwin to Townsville
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Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Darwin to Townsville
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($154 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 August 2025.

Fri 26/1211:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Wed 31/1215:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Deal found 13/8$554
Mon 25/801:30DRW - TSV
1 stop30h 10mJetstar
Sat 30/821:20TSV - DRW
1 stop27h 45mJetstar
Deal found 11/8$625
Fri 26/1211:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/106:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$639
Wed 20/812:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/809:00TSV - DRW
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$640
Thu 4/901:30DRW - TSV
1 stop21h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/906:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/8$671
Tue 26/814:40DRW - TSV
1 stop8h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 30/806:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/8$680
Fri 26/1211:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Fri 2/114:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Deal found 13/8$705
Fri 26/914:40DRW - TSV
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/1014:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$737
Fri 26/1214:20DRW - TSV
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/106:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/8$761
Thu 4/901:50DRW - TSV
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/906:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$786

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin 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 13 August 2025.
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Darwin

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Townsville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

11:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

15:45-18:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$554

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 25/8

01:30-08:10

1 stop30h 10m

Townsville

Sat 30/8

21:20-00:35

1 stop27h 45m

$625

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

11:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Tue 30/12

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$639

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

11:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$639

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

11:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 2/1

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$639

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 4/9

01:30-23:45

1 stop21h 45m

Townsville

Sun 14/9

06:05-13:50

1 stop8h 15m

$671

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 26/8

14:40-23:45

1 stop8h 35m

Townsville

Sat 30/8

06:05-13:50

1 stop8h 15m

$680

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

11:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 2/1

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$705

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/9

14:40-23:45

1 stop8h 35m

Townsville

Fri 3/10

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$737

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 26/12

14:20-22:10

1 stop7h 20m

Townsville

Tue 30/12

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$761

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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 $179). Flying from Darwin 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 DRW to TSV?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin 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 13 August 2025.

When flying from Darwin to Townsville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Darwin to Townsville?

Share of one-stop return flights from Darwin to Townsville chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 89% of one-stop itineraries from Darwin to Townsville on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Darwin to Townsville?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Darwin to Townsville, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Brisbane (BNE) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $715.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Darwin to Townsville?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Darwin to Townsville, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 03m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Darwin to Townsville?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Darwin to Townsville, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 47m.

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 13 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
893 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

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
893 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
893 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

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
411 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
893 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

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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  • How popular is this Darwin to Townsville flight route?

    The Darwin to Townsville flight path was viewed by 64 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Airnorth is currently your cheapest option to Townsville, with prices starting at $554. Another option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at $625 round trip. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Townsville?

    The cheapest flight price from Darwin to Townsville is $380. On average you can expect to pay $695. The most popular route, (Darwin - Townsville), can usually be booked for $680.

  • 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 $179). Flying from Darwin 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 Darwin to Townsville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin 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 13 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirnorthCheapest$557Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$604Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,141Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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