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November 7 - November 14

Cheapest

MEL - Townsville

$230

$141

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November 7 - November 15

Cheapest

MEL - Townsville

$226

$141

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November 7 - November 11

Cheapest

MEL - Townsville

$234

$141

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November 7 - November 8

Cheapest

MEL - Townsville

$232

$141

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November 7 - November 10

Cheapest

MEL - Townsville

$234

$141

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November 27 - November 30

Cheapest

Best

MEL - Townsville

$244

$141

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November 24 - November 29

Best

MEL - Townsville

$240

$142

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August 18 - August 21

Earliest

MEL - Townsville

$258

$156

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September 1 - September 6

MEL - Townsville

$242

$163

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November 3 - November 10

MEL - Townsville

$229

$163

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Townsville

For cheap flights from Melbourne to Townsville, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $112. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $137, and October, with a median fare of $159. Planning your trip around these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Melbourne to Townsville typically range from $172 to $365, with a median price of $197. Right now, fares are below the typical level for this route. Currently, 65% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a favorable market for travelers. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When flying from Melbourne to Townsville, a meaningful share are non-stop, making up 41% of recent fares. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means you have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also readily available.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Townsville takes approximately 6h 5m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time from departure to arrival, encompassing both direct and connecting itineraries.

The distance between Melbourne and Townsville is 2057 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates to a flight experience that balances convenience with travel time, offering a substantial journey without being excessively long.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Townsville

Regular price: $202 - $369

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Townsville is between $202 and $369. The current lowest deal is $141 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 14.

now $141

Low $202

High $369

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville is November, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $356. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

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Flights from $112

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Flights from $356

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Townsville

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Townsville

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$591

$293

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$595

$371

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$595

$385

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$563

$273

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$564

$277

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Townsville

Melbourne (MEL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$563

$295

One-way

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

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$591 → $293

50%

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$563 → $273

51%

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$564 → $277

51%

1 night

Dec 3 - Dec 4

$518 → $248

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Townsville

Melbourne - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Melbourne to Townsville averaged $141, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville, with a median price of $112.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 6h 5m

Flights from Melbourne to Townsville typically take 6 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 2057 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals, mixed direct flight availability

Deals appear frequently. 41% of recent deals are for direct flights, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar has offered direct flights from Melbourne to Townsville in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 65% of the time

Historically, 65% of recent deals for Melbourne to Townsville flights were considered good prices.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary departure point for flights from Melbourne to Townsville.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Melbourne to Townsville.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient arrival point for direct access to Townsville and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$141

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~360 km from Townsville (reachable by car, ~4-hour drive).

💸 Flights from ~$139

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast is the closest alternative with regular domestic jet services and good connectivity to major cities.

📍 ~135 km from Townsville (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$240

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay is a significant regional hub providing reliable domestic capacity and an alternative for southern routes.

📍 ~290 km from Townsville (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$281

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

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

📍 ~200 km from Townsville (reachable by car and ferry).

💸 Flights from ~$239

Emerald (EMD)

Emerald is a regional alternative for travelers heading towards the Central Highlands, with limited flight options.

📍 ~490 km from Townsville (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$384

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

68% AI deal score

$889

From MEL

Elite

Oct 13

Townsville, Australia

68% AI deal score

$889

From MEL

Elite

Oct 20

Townsville, Australia

68% AI deal score

Townsville, Australia

67% AI deal score

$939

From MEL

Elite

Oct 12

Townsville, Australia

67% AI deal score

$975

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Melbourne to Townsville is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $190. Booking within 7-13 days of departure also showed favorable prices, averaging around $217. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out saw a significant price increase, with an average price of $565.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Melbourne to Townsville is considered to be $172 or less. The median price for this route was $197. Prices tend to increase significantly for the upper quartile, with 75% of prices being $365 or less.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville, with a median price of $112. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $137. The annual median price for this route was $197, indicating that these months typically provide substantial savings compared to the overall average.

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Townsville

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Townsville

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Townsville

Direct flights from Melbourne to Townsville

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Townsville

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Townsville

Melbourne - Townsville route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Medium-haul flights average 6h 5m

Frequent deals, mixed direct flight availability

Jetstar offers direct flights

Good prices are available 65% of the time

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

Best Elite deals to Townsville

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

When is the best time to book flights from Melbourne to Townsville?

When is the best time to book flights from Melbourne to Townsville?