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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville from $143

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
16 Oct — 23 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 (MEL) 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$287

One-way from

$143

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$468

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$172 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/2-20/2
  • 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. 10% potential increase in price ($56 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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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 16 September 2025.

Sat 15/1116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 15/1220:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$288
Mon 20/1016:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 27/1020:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$302
Fri 10/1016:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 14/1018:50TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$308
Sat 1/1116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Wed 5/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$311
Tue 28/1016:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 4/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$314
Sun 12/1017:20MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 19/1018:50TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$323
Sun 12/1017:20MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 21/1018:50TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$332
Mon 10/1117:25MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 14/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$342
Wed 22/1019:15MEL - TSV
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/1019:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$347
Thu 23/1017:10MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1019:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$350
Mon 10/1117:10MEL - TSV
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$362
Sat 11/1016:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sat 18/1009:10TSV - MEL
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$363

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Townsville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

16:10-18:10

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Mon 27/10

20:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$302

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Tue 4/11

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$314

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

17:20-19:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Tue 21/10

18:50-23:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$332

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

17:25-19:25

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Fri 14/11

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$342

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

19:15-08:30

1 stop14h 15m

Townsville

Sun 26/10

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$347

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

17:10-21:45

1 stop5h 35m

Townsville

Sun 26/10

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$350

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

16:50-22:10

1 stop6h 20m

Townsville

Wed 26/11

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$363

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

17:10-21:45

1 stop5h 35m

Townsville

Tue 14/10

18:50-23:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$369

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

16:15-18:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Fri 5/12

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$383

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

20:20-08:20

1 stop13h 00m

Townsville

Wed 18/2

19:00-23:05

Nonstop3h 05m

$414

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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 Airport to Townsville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 16 September 2025.

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

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 16 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Townsville. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

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?

    Located just 4.5 km from the city centre, Townsville is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Townsville from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Townsville (TSV) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville?

    For as low as $302, Jetstar can have you in Townsville from Melbourne Airport in 3h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2055 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $209, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport 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 $238 and $274, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville consider choosing Alliance Airlines(77%), Qantas Airways(65%) or Jetstar(53%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville is generally $266, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $110. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Townsville), you can expect to pay $243 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Townsville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville (average of $179). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$209Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$238Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$274Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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