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July 26 - July 28

Cheapest

Best

BNE - Townsville

$189

$146

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July 15 - July 19

Best

Earliest

BNE - Townsville

$197

$154

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July 22 - July 29

BNE - Townsville

$184

$159

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July 16 - July 19

BNE - Townsville

$197

$163

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October 28 - November 4

BNE - Townsville

$209

$163

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August 2 - August 7

BNE - Townsville

$186

$163

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July 22 - July 30

BNE - Townsville

$180

$163

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July 27 - July 28

BNE - Townsville

$189

$163

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November 11 - November 16

BNE - Townsville

$181

$163

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November 11 - November 24

BNE - Townsville

$167

$163

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Insights for flights from Brisbane to Townsville

A typical journey from Brisbane to Townsville takes about 2h 10m, including any connections. This is considered a short-haul route, covering a distance of 1112 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Brisbane to Townsville, fares typically range from $113–$211, with a median of $165. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Despite this, 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings can arise frequently.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Townsville? The data indicates that November, August, and September are typically the most affordable months to travel, with median fares of $108 in each of these months. Planning your trip during these periods could result in lower prices compared to other times of the year.

For flights from Brisbane to Townsville, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights making up 91.9% of recent fares. This high percentage means you are very likely to find convenient non-stop options for your journey. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Townsville

Regular price: $160 - $281

Prices for flights from Brisbane to Townsville are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Brisbane to Townsville is between $160 and $281. The current lowest deal is $146 with Jetstar for travel from Jul 26-Jul 28.

now $146

Low $160

High $281

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Townsville is August, with a median price of 108 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 204 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $108

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $204

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Direct flights from Brisbane to Townsville

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Townsville

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$410

$302

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$453

$321

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$451

$348

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$415

$378

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$197

$154

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Townsville

Brisbane (BNE) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$172

$168

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brisbane to Townsville

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$453 → $321

29%

7 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 29

$410 → $302

26%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$451 → $348

23%

5 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 2

$215 → $163

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Townsville

Brisbane - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Townsville are above the typical level of $165.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November, August, or September

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are November, August, and September, with median prices of $108.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

The typical direct flight duration from Brisbane to Townsville is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

91.9% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are direct, with Jetstar offering nonstop flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flights from Brisbane to Townsville.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Brisbane to Townsville appear frequently.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a primary departure point for flights to Townsville, offering a convenient travel option.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$146

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Brisbane Archerfield Airport can serve as an alternative departure point for your journey to Townsville.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1430

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Brisbane to Townsville.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$146

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cairns (CNS) is a major hub offering significantly higher flight frequency and destination variety than Townsville.

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

Whitsunday Coast (PPP) is the closest alternative with regular domestic jet services and good connectivity.

📍 ~200 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$100

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay (MKY) is a significant regional hub providing reliable domestic capacity and alternative southern routes.

📍 ~320 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef (HTI) offers direct jet services to major East Coast cities, but requires ferry transfer.

📍 ~270 km from Townsville (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Emerald (EMD)

Emerald (EMD) is a regional alternative for travelers heading towards the Central Highlands.

📍 ~480 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$203

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Brisbane to Townsville is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $124. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets bought 0-6 days before departure averaging $387. For those planning ahead, booking more than two months in advance typically offers the most significant savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Brisbane to Townsville is considered to be $113 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $165. While 75% of tickets were priced at $211 or less, aiming for a price below $113 typically secures a more favorable deal.

Historically, November, August, and September have been the cheapest months to fly from Brisbane to Townsville, with a median price of $108 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $165. While November also appears as the most expensive month in some data, the median price for this route consistently shows August and September as strong contenders for budget-friendly travel.

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