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SYD — TSV
20 Sep — 27 Sep1
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 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday
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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 August 2026.
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Deal found 16/8$237
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Deal found 19/8$249
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Deal found 19/8$273
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Deal found 17/8$280
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Deal found 17/8$284
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Deal found 16/8$305
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Deal found 19/8$323
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Deal found 16/8$325
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 August 2026.
Tue 10/1106:40 -
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Deal found 18/8$280
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Deal found 17/8$326
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Deal found 18/8$410
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Deal found 17/8$419
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Deal found 17/8$280
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Deal found 17/8$319
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Deal found 19/8$417
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Deal found 17/8$420
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Deal found 16/8$438
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 August 2026.
Mon 14/906:45 -
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Wed 23/910:15 -
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Deal found 16/8$237
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Thu 24/910:15 -
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Deal found 17/8$284
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Thu 3/1209:00 -
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Deal found 16/8$305
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Deal found 17/8$319
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Deal found 16/8$325
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Deal found 18/8$341
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Townsville
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Townsville. Data last updated 21 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 8/906:45 -
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Wed 23/910:15 -
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Deal found 19/8$249
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Deal found 19/8$323
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Wed 23/910:15 -
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Deal found 16/8$237
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Deal found 17/8$319
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Deal found 17/8$326
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Deal found 17/8$284
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Deal found 17/8$329
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Deal found 19/8$273
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Deal found 17/8$280
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 August 2026.
Sun 30/806:45 -
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Deal found 19/8$155
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Deal found 19/8$178
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Deal found 16/8$187
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Deal found 18/8$194
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Deal found 19/8$198
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Deal found 16/8$201
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Deal found 16/8$202
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Deal found 17/8$208
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Deal found 16/8$209
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Deal found 18/8$211
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Deal found 19/8$221
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Deal found 19/8$223
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 August 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
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SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 10/11
06:40-08:20
Nonstop2h 40m
Townsville
Thu 12/11
09:00-12:35
Nonstop2h 35m
$280
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 20/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Thu 24/9
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$280
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 14/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Mon 21/9
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$319
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 14/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Mon 21/9
11:40-17:40
1 stop6h 00m
$326
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 15/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Wed 16/9
10:15-12:50
Nonstop2h 35m
$371
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 10/11
09:45-15:50
1 stop7h 05m
Townsville
Thu 12/11
06:00-15:05
1 stop8h 05m
$410
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 18/10
06:00-11:00
1 stop6h 00m
Townsville
Wed 28/10
14:15-18:00
Nonstop2h 45m
$417
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 15/9
06:00-11:00
1 stop5h 00m
Townsville
Wed 16/9
09:00-14:40
1 stop5h 40m
$419
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 2/9
06:45-09:30
Nonstop2h 45m
Townsville
Thu 24/12
09:00-12:35
Nonstop2h 35m
$419
SydneyTownsville
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - TSV Townsville
SYDTSV
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 2/10
06:00-11:00
1 stop5h 00m
Townsville
Fri 9/10
11:40-16:40
1 stop4h 00m
$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 67 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 $267). Flying from Sydney to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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 August 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Townsville?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Townsville flights typically cost between $287 and $471 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $237 on Jetstar (14 Sept–23 Sept).
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 August 2026.
The most flights from SYD to TSV are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Townsville delayed?
About 8% 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 5% 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 August 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 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, 904 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 40m. 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 $145, 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 58% 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 $107. Virgin Australia flights start at $181 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $227 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: Jetstar (93%), Qantas Airways (84%), Alliance Airlines( 75%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Townsville?
The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Townsville is $117. On average you can expect to pay $259. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Townsville), can usually be booked for $249.
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 $267). Flying from Sydney to Townsville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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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