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FlightsFrom Sunshine Coast Region

To Townsville

Cheap Flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

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Today’s best flight deals from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

August 25 - September 8

Cheapest

MCY - Townsville

$413

$313

Round trip

September 5 - September 8

Cheapest

MCY - Townsville

$456

$313

Round trip

July 14 - July 24

Cheapest
Earliest

MCY - Townsville

$438

$313

Round trip

July 14 - August 12

Earliest

MCY - Townsville

$420

$321

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

MCY - Townsville

$442

$322

Round trip

August 21 - September 8

MCY - Townsville

$409

$323

Round trip

July 14 - July 17

Best
Earliest

MCY - Townsville

$472

$323

Round trip

August 24 - September 8

MCY - Townsville

$410

$329

Round trip

August 28 - September 8

MCY - Townsville

$415

$329

Round trip

August 25 - September 2

MCY - Townsville

$438

$338

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

Fares for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville typically range from $185–$246, with a median of $227. Right now, prices are above the typical level, and 62% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence for price changes on this route.
When considering cheap flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville, the most affordable times to fly are often in November, with a median fare of $212. Other cost-effective months include May, where the median fare is $217, and June, with a median of $220.
A typical journey from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville takes approximately 13h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that are not direct. Most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, with the majority of connecting flights involving 1 stopover.
The route from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville covers a distance of 1043 kilometers, which is considered a short-haul flight. This distance means you'll typically be looking at shorter travel times, though connections can extend the overall journey.

How much is a round trip from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

Regular price: $359 - $519

Prices for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville is typically between $359 and $519. The current lowest deal is $313 with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 25-Sep 8.

now $313

Low $359

High $519

The cheapest time to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from MCY to TSV is November, with a median price of $212. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $281. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $212

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $281

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Direct flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

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Last-minute flights going from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

QantasLink

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$575

$817

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

QantasLink

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$574

$628

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

QantasLink

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$503

$787

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

JetstarJetstar

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar, QantasLink

$476

$605

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

JetstarJetstar

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar, QantasLink

$497

$605

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Townsville

JetstarJetstar

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar, QantasLink

$497

$605

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

3 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 17

$472  →  $323

32%

3 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 8

$456  →  $313

31%

10 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 24

$438  →  $313

29%

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

$442  →  $322

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville

Sunshine Coast Region - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville are below the typical level at $313.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $212

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 13h 5m

The typical flight from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville with 1 stopover is 13 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville. All flights include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers connecting flights

Jetstar is a popular choice for connecting flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking connecting flights

Connecting flights are the only option for this route; consider booking in advance for better deals.

Sunshine Coast Region main airports to depart from

Sunshine Coast (MCY)

Cheapest

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) is a good option for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Townsville.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$313

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient arrival point for your trip to Townsville.

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

💸 Flights from ~$313

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

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

📍 ~230 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Mackay (MKY)

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

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$375

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef (HTI) offers direct jet services to major East Coast cities.

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$392

Emerald (EMD)

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

📍 ~480 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$492

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

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From MCY

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Sep 11

Townsville, Australia

47% AI deal score

$1,546

$1,395

Save $151

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Sep 11

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,414

$1,359

Save $55

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Sep 15

Townsville, Australia

45% AI deal score

$1,397

$1,395

Save $2

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Oct 07

Townsville, Australia

44% AI deal score

$1,395

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Townsville, Australia

44% AI deal score

$1,395

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Townsville, Australia

43% AI deal score

$1,430

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Townsville, Australia

43% AI deal score

$1,430

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Sep 21

Townsville, Australia

43% AI deal score

$1,437

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Oct 07

Townsville, Australia

42% AI deal score

$1,430

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Oct 07

Townsville, Australia

41% AI deal score

$1,430

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Oct 01

Townsville, Australia

41% AI deal score

$1,439

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Oct 01

Townsville, Australia

41% AI deal score

$1,439

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Nov 05

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,359

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Nov 05

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,359

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Nov 05

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,359

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Nov 26

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,359

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Nov 26

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,359

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Nov 05

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 26

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 05

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 26

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,395

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Nov 12

Townsville, Australia

38% AI deal score

$1,430

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Nov 01

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,530

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Oct 01

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,917

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Jun 24

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$3,701

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Jun 20

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$4,022

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Jun 20

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$4,022

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Sep 11

Townsville, Australia

36% AI deal score

$2,013

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Oct 17

Townsville, Australia

36% AI deal score

$2,041

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Oct 17

Townsville, Australia

35% AI deal score

$2,041

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Oct 17

Townsville, Australia

35% AI deal score

$2,041

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in better prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's often beneficial to monitor fare trends. Prices can fluctuate, so checking regularly is advisable.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options and potentially lower prices. While it may add to your travel time, the savings could be significant enough to make it worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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