Cheap flights from Townsville
All major flights from Townsville are served by Townsville Airport, located just 5 kilometers from the city center. The route network covers 8 key destinations, providing stable connections to the country's largest cities. The most popular routes are flights to Brisbane with a frequency of 224 flights per week, as well as to Cairns and Sydney.
Air service from this transport hub is provided by 3 airlines, offering travelers a flexible departure schedule. The main carriers operating the highest number of flights are Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar Airways. For your convenience, city cards with filters are provided below on this page to help you quickly find the perfect option for your next trip.

Townsville — Brisbane

Townsville — Melbourne

Townsville — Sydney


Townsville — Mackay

Townsville — Cairns

Townsville — Cloncurry

Townsville — Mount Isa
Flight insights from Townsville
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Townsville — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Townsville are Brisbane, Cairns and Sydney. Brisbane leads with around 224 flights a week.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Townsville range from Brisbane at $83 to Mount Isa at $256 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Townsville right now are Brisbane from $83, Melbourne from $107 and Sydney from $117.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Townsville is to London at about 20h 16m, followed by Istanbul (18h 5m) and Dubai (14h 40m).
- London20h 16m
- Istanbul18h 5m
- Dubai14h 40m
- Chongqing9h 22m
- Seoul8h 59m
Popular destinations from Townsville
Frequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Townsville?
- Currently, direct flights are available from Townsville to 8 regular destinations. Most of these routes cover key Australian cities, providing convenient connections to other states.
- What are the most popular destinations from Townsville?
- The highest demand is for flights to Brisbane (224 flights per week), Cairns (71 flights), and Sydney (27 flights). Other top routes include Melbourne and Mount Isa, with 22 and 18 weekly flights respectively.
- How many airlines fly from Townsville?
- Three airlines operate regular passenger services from the city. The majority of the traffic is handled by the country's major carriers: Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar Airways.
- Which airports serve Townsville?
- The main and only hub serving commercial flights for the region is Townsville Airport (TSV). It is located just 5 kilometers from the city center, allowing travelers to reach the terminals quickly by public transport or taxi.
- How can I find cheap flights from Townsville?
- To find the best deals, we recommend keeping an eye on promotions from the low-cost carrier Jetstar Airways and booking your tickets at least several weeks in advance. Using the interest filters on this page will also help you explore all available flight options.