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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville from $151

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TSV
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Townsville are usually found in November or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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 18 October 2024.

Round-trip from

$226

One-way from

$151

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/11-23/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Townsville
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Townsville
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High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
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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 18 October 2024.

Mon 2/1217:45MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 9/1220:25TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/10$302
Sun 17/1107:10MEL - TSV
1 stop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 23/1120:25TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$356
Fri 8/1107:10MEL - TSV
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 10/1106:05TSV - MEL
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/10$469
Tue 17/1209:45MEL - TSV
1 stop10h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 31/1212:30TSV - MEL
1 stop10h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/10$614

Find flights from Melbourne to Townsville within your budget

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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.

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MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sat 16/11

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Sat 23/11

Nonstop3h 05m

$226

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sun 17/11

1 stop4h 45m

Townsville

Sat 23/11

Nonstop3h 05m

$356

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Fri 8/11

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Sun 10/11

1 stop7h 10m

$469

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Tue 17/12

1 stop10h 00m

Townsville

Tue 31/12

1 stop10h 10m

$614

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Deals found on 17/10

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Townsville

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Townsville

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Townsville including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 11 October 2024.

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 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Townsville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 18 October 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Townsville

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Townsville. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 October 2024.

The most flights from MEL to TSV are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Townsville by month

Plan your trip to Townsville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Townsville ranges from 10.0 - 290.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 290.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Townsville when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Townsville by month

Plan your trip to Townsville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Townsville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).

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 18 October 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Townsville to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
832 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
832 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
832 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
502 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
832 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
540 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
832 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $226, but on average you can expect to pay $415.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 2 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville is less than $354.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for under $500?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    Currently priced at $226, 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 $469 and $614, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Townsville for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $151. Virgin Australia flights start at $235 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $424 one-way.

  • 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(94%), Qantas Airways(85%) or Jetstar(75%), 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 $335, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $152. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Townsville), you can expect to pay $230 for that flight.

  • What does MEL to TSV mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and Townsville Airport is TSV. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Townsville that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Townsville flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Townsville with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Townsville flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Townsville that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Townsville offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Townsville?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Townsville flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Townsville flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Townsville flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/10.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Townsville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$225Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$276Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$384Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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