On this page, you can book flights for the route from Townsville to Sydney. The distance between the cities is 1,676 km, and flight frequency reaches 9 flights per week.
Flights are operated by Qantas and Jetstar. Fares are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to choose the best dates, and also checking in advance how to get to Townsville Airport and how to get from Sydney Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Townsville → Sydney on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas and Jetstar Airways. Departures from Townsville Airport airports, arrivals at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Townsville — Sydney by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $98 in J, and the most expensive are around $159 in e. 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.
Sydney's peak heat occurs in January, with an average high of 27.6°C. The coolest time is July, when temperatures drop to 7.9°C, and the wettest month is March, with an average rainfall of 141.18 mm.
It is most cost-effective to plan your flight for January, when ticket prices start $98. Statistically, the most expensive month to buy is October, when the price rises to $160.
The best choice for a balance of price and weather conditions is July: tickets cost $103, and the number of rainy days this month is minimal.
Two airlines operate regular flights between the cities: the flagship carrier Qantas and the budget Jetstar. Most flights are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. You can find detailed schedules, departure frequencies by day of the week, and route details in the interactive list below.
Flights Townsville — Sydney depart from Townsville Airport and arrive at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,676 km.
Regular service between the cities is provided by Qantas and Jetstar.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, with a total of about 9 departures per week.
Airfares are constantly changing based on demand. You can check the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All direct flights from Townsville arrive at Sydney International Airport (SYD).
Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices
