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Cheap flights from Sydney to Townsville from $140

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — TSV
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville are usually found in February or March, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Townsville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$271

One-way from

$140

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$293 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/9-3/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Sydney to Townsville
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Sydney to Townsville
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Tue 2/906:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mJetstar
Wed 3/910:10TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 13/8$271
Wed 3/906:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mJetstar
Thu 11/910:10TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 13/8$291
Wed 17/906:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/917:25TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$308
Wed 20/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/813:10TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$317
Tue 19/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/813:10TSV - SYD
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$319
Tue 26/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/811:40TSV - SYD
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$320
Wed 3/906:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/906:05TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$324
Tue 2/906:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/906:05TSV - SYD
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$327
Sun 24/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mJetstar
Thu 28/810:10TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 12/8$330
Wed 20/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mJetstar
Wed 27/810:10TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$333
Tue 26/806:45SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 45mJetstar
Wed 27/810:10TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$334

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Wed 3/9

10:10-12:45

Nonstop2h 35m

$271

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Thu 11/9

10:10-12:45

Nonstop2h 35m

$291

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Tue 23/9

17:25-22:20

1 stop4h 55m

$308

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/8

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Wed 27/8

06:05-12:40

1 stop6h 35m

$317

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Mon 15/9

21:20-09:50

1 stop12h 30m

$324

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Thu 11/9

06:05-10:40

1 stop4h 35m

$324

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Wed 3/9

06:05-11:40

1 stop5h 35m

$327

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/8

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

Townsville

Wed 27/8

10:10-12:45

Nonstop2h 35m

$330

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/9

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

$140

SydneyTownsville

SYD - TSV

SYDTSV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/8

06:45-09:30

Nonstop2h 45m

$147

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Townsville

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Townsville, you should look to book at least 60 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 Sydney to Townsville?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 15 August 2025.

When flying from Sydney to Townsville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 51% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Townsville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Townsville. Price data was last updated on 10 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Townsville flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Townsville

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 15 August 2025.

The most flights from SYD to TSV are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 15 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Sydney 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
895 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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
895 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
463 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Townsville?

    You will need to book a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville if you want to fly from Sydney to Townsville. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Townsville (TSV) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Townsville from the Sydney airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SYD to TSV to be around 2h 40m.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Townsville flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,547 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville.

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

    Jetstar, at $210, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Townsville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Townsville from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (96%), Qantas Airways (76%), Alliance Airlines( 57%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Townsville?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Townsville is $113. On average you can expect to pay $271. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Townsville), can usually be booked for $271.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$210Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$268Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$288Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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