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July 14 - July 22

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

OOL - Townsville

$385

$311

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July 14 - July 25

Earliest

OOL - Townsville

$365

$312

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July 22 - July 25

OOL - Townsville

$389

$312

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July 14 - July 24

Earliest

OOL - Townsville

$369

$312

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July 22 - July 24

OOL - Townsville

$386

$312

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July 21 - July 25

OOL - Townsville

$389

$313

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July 21 - July 24

OOL - Townsville

$389

$313

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July 15 - July 22

OOL - Townsville

$390

$319

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August 25 - September 8

OOL - Townsville

$342

$320

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August 11 - September 8

OOL - Townsville

$330

$320

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Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Gold Coast to Townsville, fares typically range from $219–$293, with a median of $246. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 38% of recent fares from Gold Coast to Townsville were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are available for diligent searchers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville? Historically, September has offered the lowest median fares at $238. April is also a strong contender with a median fare of $239, followed by November at $245. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can help you secure a favorable fare.

Most itineraries from Gold Coast to Townsville are connecting flights, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey.

A typical journey from Gold Coast to Townsville, including connections, takes approximately 10h 55m. This duration reflects the median flight time for all observed itineraries, accounting for the necessary stopovers on this route.

The distance between Gold Coast and Townsville is 1205 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight time that is manageable for domestic travel within Australia.

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

Regular price: $323 - $544

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville is between $323 and $544. The current lowest deal is $311 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 14-Jul 22.

now $311

Low $323

High $544

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville is September, with a median price of 238 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 339 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $238

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Flights from $339

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Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

QantasLink

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

$461

$469

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$443

$825

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$522

$851

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$522

$762

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$449

$763

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$449

$843

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 22 - Jul 25

$389 → $312

20%

4 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 25

$389 → $313

19%

3 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 24

$389 → $313

19%

8 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 22

$385 → $311

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

Gold Coast - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Gold Coast to Townsville are above the typical level at $311.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $238

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville, with a median price of $238.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 55m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Gold Coast to Townsville is 10h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with no direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar often has competitive deals

Jetstar frequently offers competitive deals for connecting flights on the Gold Coast to Townsville route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for this route appear frequently, with over one deal per day historically.

Gold Coast main airports to depart from

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport is a great choice for flights to Townsville, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from Gold Coast city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$311

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$311

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns is a major international and domestic hub for North Queensland, offering more flight options.

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (approximately a 4-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast is the closest alternative with regular domestic jet services to major Australian cities.

📍 ~180 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Mackay (MKY)

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

📍 ~290 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef offers direct jet services to major East Coast cities, located relatively close to the region.

📍 ~200 km from Townsville (requires ferry transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$320

Emerald (EMD)

Emerald serves as a regional alternative for travelers heading towards the Central Highlands.

📍 ~480 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$472

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$3,080

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 often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices may fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

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

Popular Airports to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

Gold Coast - Townsville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $238

Connecting flights average 10h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar often has competitive deals

Deals appear frequently

Gold Coast main airports to depart from

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

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