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SYD — TSV
21 Jul — 28 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville are usually found in February or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
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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 21 June 2026.
Sun 19/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 24/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$239
Thu 16/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 23/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/6$251
Sat 8/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 10/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$258
Tue 14/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$261
Fri 7/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 10/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$272
Sun 26/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 1/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/6$274
Tue 4/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 11/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$275
Best flights from Sydney to Townsville
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Townsville that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 June 2026.
Tue 14/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$261
Tue 29/917:00
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop4h 45m
Virgin Australia
Thu 8/1006:05
TSV
-
SYD
1 stop6h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/6$420
Wed 5/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 9/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/6$276
Fri 7/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 9/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$298
Mon 14/906:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 26/910:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$325
Tue 17/1110:00
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop7h 30m
Virgin Australia
Thu 26/1117:15
TSV
-
SYD
1 stop4h 10m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 17/6$423
Tue 17/1106:40
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 40m
Jetstar
Thu 26/1108:55
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$345
Sat 8/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 10/820:25
TSV
-
SYD
1 stop10h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/6$352
Sun 19/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 20/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$358
Thu 27/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 30/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$400
Tue 7/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 8/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$420
Direct flights from Sydney to Townsville
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Townsville based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 June 2026.
Sun 19/706:45
SYD
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TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 24/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$239
Thu 16/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 23/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/6$251
Sat 8/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 10/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$258
Tue 14/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$261
Fri 7/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 10/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$272
Sun 26/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 1/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/6$274
Tue 4/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 11/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$275
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Townsville
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Townsville. Data last updated 21 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 14/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$261
Tue 14/708:00
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop5h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6$319
Wed 15/706:30
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6$315
Thu 16/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 23/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/6$251
Fri 17/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 24/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$303
Fri 17/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 25/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/6$306
Fri 17/709:00
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6$313
Sun 19/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 24/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$239
Sun 19/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/709:00
TSV
-
SYD
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6$321
Mon 20/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/706:05
TSV
-
SYD
1 stop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6$328
Wed 22/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/710:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/6$285
Sun 26/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 1/810:15
TSV
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/6$274
One-way flights from Sydney to Townsville
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Townsville. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 June 2026.
Wed 15/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/6$127
Sat 18/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$130
Tue 21/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$132
Thu 16/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$140
Mon 16/1106:40
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$141
Wed 26/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/6$142
Tue 14/706:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$158
Thu 13/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/6$185
Wed 15/710:00
SYD
-
TSV
1 stop6h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/6$194
Sat 15/806:45
SYD
-
TSV
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/6$201
Find 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 21 June 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 21 June 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 14/7
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Wed 22/7
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$261
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 5/8
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Sun 9/8
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$276
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 7/8
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Sun 9/8
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$298
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 14/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Sat 26/9
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$325
Fastest return journey
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 17/11
06:40-08:20
Nonstop2h 40m
Townsville
Thu 26/11
08:55-12:30
Nonstop2h 35m
$345
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 8/8
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Mon 10/8
20:25-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
$352
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 19/7
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Mon 20/7
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$358
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 27/8
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Sun 30/8
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$400
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 29/9
17:00-21:45
1 stop4h 45m
Townsville
Thu 8/10
06:05-13:40
1 stop6h 35m
$420
SydneyTownsville
SYD - TSV
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 7/7
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Wed 8/7
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$420
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Townsville?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Townsville, you should look to book at least 85 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Townsville (average of $271). Flying from Sydney to Townsville in July is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 21 June 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Townsville as you normally would.
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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 21 June 2026.
The most flights from SYD to TSV are scheduled on a Friday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Townsville delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Sydney and Townsville have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney 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?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Townsville flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.
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 21 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, 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.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
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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 2 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, 1,022 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Townsville.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Townsville?
Departing from Sydney to Townsville will take you 2h 45m. Sydney and Townsville are separated by a distance of 1690 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Townsville round-trip?
Jetstar, at $150, 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 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney 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 $106. Virgin Australia flights start at $182 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $228 one-way.
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: Qantas Airways (86%), Alliance Airlines (77%), Air New Zealand( 77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Townsville?
The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Townsville is $115. On average you can expect to pay $263. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Townsville), can usually be booked for $239.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Townsville (average of $271). Flying from Sydney to Townsville in July is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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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