On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Melbourne to Townsville. The distance between the cities is 2,064 km, and the frequency of flights reaches about 8 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Qantas and Jetstar. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to choose the best offer, use the low price calendar and check out the options for getting to Melbourne Airport and from the airport in Townsville beforehand.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Melbourne — Townsville by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 352 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 754 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Melbourne → Townsville, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 803 | high | May | AED 567 | low | Sep | AED 661 | medium |
| Feb | AED 567 | low | Jun | AED 661 | medium | Oct | AED 661 | medium |
| Mar | AED 591 | low | Jul | AED 850 | high | Nov | AED 638 | medium |
| Apr | AED 779 | high | Aug | AED 591 | low | Dec | AED 874 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Townsville's climate is characterized by high temperatures and distinct rainfall seasonality. The hottest month is December with an average maximum of 30°C, while the rainiest is January, seeing over 350 mm of precipitation and 21 wet days a month.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in August, starting AED 352. The peak price occurs in March, when tickets for this route are offered at prices AED 754.
The best time to visit is August or September: this is when the weather is driest and ticket prices remain budget-friendly. The period from December to February should be avoided due to tropical downpours and high humidity.
Two key airlines operate on this route — Qantas and Jetstar — providing regular air service between the cities. There are about 8 flights per week, predominantly direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. You will find detailed information on departure days and fare options in the interactive list below.
Flights Melbourne — Townsville depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Townsville Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 2 hours 30 minutes, as the distance between the cities is 2,064 km.
Qantas and Jetstar operate regular flights between the cities.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a total of approximately 8 flights per week.
All flights on this route arrive at Townsville Airport (TSV).
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
The most favorable offers are usually available when booking 1–2 months before the planned travel date.
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