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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Townsville from $145

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TSV
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Townsville are usually found in February or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Townsville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$261

One-way from

$145

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$469
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/2-15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Townsville
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Townsville
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Wed 8/1017:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 12/1020:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$282
Sat 18/1016:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 19/1018:50TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$287
Fri 31/1016:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 2/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$288
Tue 25/1116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 28/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$318
Sat 18/1007:10MEL - TSV
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1018:50TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$347
Fri 31/1006:00MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$348
Sun 26/1016:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 2/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$363
Thu 30/1006:40MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$388
Tue 25/1116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1117:15TSV - MEL
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$398
Wed 26/1120:20MEL - TSV
1 stop13h 00mJetstar
Fri 28/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$401
Fri 26/906:00MEL - TSV
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/921:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$415
Tue 16/914:55AVV - TSV
1 stop18h 35mJetstar
Tue 23/910:10TSV - AVV
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$582

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 12 September 2025.
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Melbourne

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Townsville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

17:25-19:25

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Sun 15/2

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$261

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Mon 16/2

20:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$273

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

16:10-18:10

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Sun 19/10

18:50-23:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$287

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Wed 26/11

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Fri 28/11

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$318

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

20:20-08:20

1 stop13h 00m

Townsville

Tue 17/2

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$339

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

07:10-13:30

1 stop7h 20m

Townsville

Sun 19/10

18:50-23:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$347

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Sun 2/11

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$363

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Fri 28/11

17:15-23:15

1 stop5h 00m

$398

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

09:10-16:35

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Tue 30/9

21:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$427

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

06:00-10:55

1 stop5h 55m

Townsville

Tue 4/11

17:15-00:15

1 stop6h 00m

$461

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Townsville, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Melbourne 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 MEL to TSV?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 12 September 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from Melbourne to Townsville by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Townsville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Townsville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Townsville from Melbourne?

    Townsville (TSV), located 4.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Townsville. 3 airlines have flights to Townsville from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Townsville should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Townsville?

    Departing from Melbourne to Townsville will take you 3h. The distance between Melbourne and Townsville is about 2055 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Currently priced at $204, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Townsville and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $239 and $275, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne to Townsville on time: Alliance Airlines (77%), Qantas Airways (65%), Jetstar (53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Townsville?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Townsville? While on average our users pay $264, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $110. The most popular route (Melbourne - Townsville), is priced around $232.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Townsville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$204Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$239Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$275Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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