Cheap flights from Melbourne to Townsville from $159
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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TSV
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Townsville are usually found in May or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
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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 8 August 2026.
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Deal found 3/8$241
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Deal found 4/8$287
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Best flights from Melbourne to Townsville
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Townsville that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
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Deal found 6/8$264
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Direct flights from Melbourne to Townsville
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Townsville based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Townsville
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Townsville. Data last updated 8 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 4/8$465
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Deal found 6/8$264
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Deal found 3/8$288
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Deal found 3/8$454
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Deal found 5/8$292
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Deal found 6/8$409
One-way flights from Melbourne to Townsville
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Townsville. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
Wed 9/916:45 -
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Deal found 7/8$159
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Deal found 2/8$196
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Deal found 4/8$199
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Find 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 8 August 2026.
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 8 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Townsville that are best for you.
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MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Tue 8/9
16:45-19:45
Nonstop3h 00m
Townsville
Tue 15/9
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$264
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Wed 9/9
16:45-19:45
Nonstop3h 00m
Townsville
Tue 15/9
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$278
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Thu 1/10
16:45-19:45
Nonstop3h 00m
Townsville
Wed 7/10
19:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$311
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Tue 1/9
16:45-19:45
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Townsville
Tue 8/9
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$336
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Thu 3/9
15:15-18:15
Nonstop3h 00m
Townsville
Thu 10/9
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$350
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Mon 14/9
17:10-20:10
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Townsville
Sun 20/9
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$392
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Sat 29/8
14:35-17:35
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Townsville
Sat 5/9
15:50-18:55
Nonstop3h 05m
$404
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Thu 27/8
16:45-19:45
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Townsville
Mon 31/8
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$411
MelbourneTownsville
AVV Melbourne Avalon - TSV Townsville
AVVTSV
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 9/9
20:55-09:30
1 stop12h 35m
Townsville
Sun 13/9
21:00-14:20
1 stop17h 20m
$454
MelbourneTownsville
MEL Melbourne - TSV Townsville
MELTSV
Melbourne
Fri 21/8
16:45-19:45
Nonstop3h 00m
Townsville
Mon 24/8
20:25-23:30
Nonstop3h 05m
$455
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Townsville from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Townsville
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville (average of $260). Flying from Melbourne to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 8 August 2026.
When flying from Melbourne to Townsville, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Townsville?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Townsville flights typically cost between $252 and $338 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $241 on Jetstar (9 Sept–15 Sept).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Townsville delayed?
About 38% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Townsville have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Townsville flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Townsville flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 39% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Townsville, you should look to book at least 89 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.
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 8 August 2026.
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.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
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 2 inbound flights 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 $158, 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 $225 and $282, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Townsville one-way?
$110 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $215 and $241, respectively.
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 (71%), Qantas Airways (68%), Jetstar (66%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Townsville?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Townsville? While on average our users pay $279, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $133. The most popular route (Melbourne - Townsville), is priced around $262.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville (average of $260). Flying from Melbourne to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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.
Explore flights to Townsville departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 August 2026.
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 8 August 2026.
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Certainly. Search results for flights to Townsville from Melbourne shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.
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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Melbourne to Townsville flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.
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