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Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$ 83 and round-trip from US$ 162. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 162 US$ 255
        36% off
        36% off
        US$ 255 US$ 162
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Nov 24 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 165 US$ 255
        35% off
        35% off
        US$ 255 US$ 165
      • MEL 16:40
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:40
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 169 US$ 255
        34% off
        34% off
        US$ 255 US$ 169
      • MEL 16:40
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:40
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Nov 22 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 19:15
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:20
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 29 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 170
        33% off
        US$ 255 US$ 170
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Dec 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 172
        33% off
        US$ 255 US$ 172
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 24 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 176
        31% off
        US$ 255 US$ 176
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 19 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 179
        30% off
        US$ 255 US$ 179
      • MEL 16:45
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:45
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 182
        28% off
        US$ 255 US$ 182
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 4 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 186
        27% off
        US$ 255 US$ 186
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Nov 3 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 19:15
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:20
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 186
        27% off
        US$ 255 US$ 186
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 17 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 186
        27% off
        US$ 255 US$ 186
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 186
        27% off
        US$ 255 US$ 186
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal Airline
        TSV 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MEL 16:00
        Townsville - Melbourne | Thu, Oct 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 83 US$ 147
        44% off
        44% off
        US$ 147 US$ 83
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Dec 10 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 83 US$ 147
        44% off
        44% off
        US$ 147 US$ 83
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 90 US$ 147
        39% off
        39% off
        US$ 147 US$ 90
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 91
        38% off
        US$ 147 US$ 91
      • MEL 16:40
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:40
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 91
        38% off
        US$ 147 US$ 91
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Dec 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 93
        37% off
        US$ 147 US$ 93
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 97
        34% off
        US$ 147 US$ 97
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Mon, Nov 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 97
        34% off
        US$ 147 US$ 97
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 5 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 101
        31% off
        US$ 147 US$ 101
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 19 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 102
        31% off
        US$ 147 US$ 102
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 102
        31% off
        US$ 147 US$ 102
      • MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$ 107
        27% off
        US$ 147 US$ 107
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport, the best time to buy is in February, with an average price of US$ 146. You’ll want to avoid September, when the average price can reach as high as US$ 249.

US$ 249
US$ 198
US$ 146
US$ 95
    Cheapest
  • US$ 200
    Oct
  • US$ 181
    Nov
  • US$ 203
    Dec
  • US$ 192
    Jan
  • US$ 146
    Feb
  • US$ 180
    Mar
  • US$ 187
    Apr
  • US$ 189
    May
  • US$ 231
    Jun
  • US$ 223
    Jul
  • US$ 225
    Aug
  • US$ 249
    Sep

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, February is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport, with an average price of US$ 198. In contrast, January is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching US$ 401.

US$ 401
US$ 300
US$ 198
US$ 97
    Cheapest
  • US$ 367
    Oct
  • US$ 231
    Nov
  • US$ 373
    Dec
  • US$ 401
    Jan
  • US$ 198
    Feb
  • US$ 310
    Mar
  • US$ 344
    Apr
  • US$ 345
    May
  • US$ 363
    Jun
  • US$ 296
    Jul
  • US$ 383
    Aug
  • US$ 210
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Sunday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

US$ 231
US$ 199
US$ 166
US$ 134
  • US$ 209
    Mon
  • US$ 166
    Tue
  • US$ 174
    Wed
  • US$ 223
    Thu
  • US$ 203
    Fri
  • US$ 196
    Sat
  • US$ 231
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$ 83) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$ 83
Qantas Airways
From US$ 158
Virgin Australia
From US$ 167

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What is the flight schedule from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport?

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Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ916

    Melbourne Airport

    16:45

    MEL

    3h

    18:45

    TSV

    S M T W T F S
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About Melbourne Airport and Townsville Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Townsville Airport (TSV) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 2,058.21km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$ 83
Cheapest return ticket price US$ 162

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport Flights

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

    Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport takes about 2 hours 17 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport departs at 11:05, and the last departs at 16:45, with about 2 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$ 263 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 07:05 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 20:05.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 17:25 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 19:25.
    • The distance from Townsville Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Townsville Airport (TSV) is Palm Island Airport. The distance is around 58km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 1371 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport currently start from US$ 83, and round-trip fares start from US$ 162. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Thu, Nov 26; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways and Qantas Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 36 minutes, and around 12 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport is US$ 201. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$ 83. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Townsville Airport operates around 12 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Melbourne Airport and Townsville Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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