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July 25 - July 26

Cheapest

Earliest

ROK - Townsville

$454

$351

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August 3 - August 7

Best

ROK - Townsville

$472

$352

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August 21 - August 25

Best

ROK - Townsville

$465

$352

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August 19 - August 24

Best

ROK - Townsville

$464

$352

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August 19 - August 25

Best

ROK - Townsville

$454

$352

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August 21 - August 24

Best

ROK - Townsville

$465

$352

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October 30 - November 23

ROK - Townsville

$441

$362

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September 16 - September 19

ROK - Townsville

$452

$364

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August 13 - August 16

ROK - Townsville

$468

$375

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October 7 - October 9

ROK - Townsville

$469

$379

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Insights for flights from Rockhampton to Townsville

Right now, 49% of recent fares for flights from Rockhampton to Townsville are considered a good price. Fares for this route are currently above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $217–$354, and a median of $266. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence for price changes on this route.

When considering cheap flights from Rockhampton to Townsville, August stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $208. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $241, and May presents a median of $266. These months provide the best opportunities for finding lower prices.

A typical journey from Rockhampton to Townsville takes approximately 5h 45m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Rockhampton to Townsville. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Rockhampton and Townsville is 599 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, even with the typical connections involved.

How much is a round trip from Rockhampton to Townsville

Regular price: $375 - $587

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

The regular price range for flights from Rockhampton to Townsville is between $375 and $587. The current lowest deal is $351 with QantasLink, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 26.

now $351

Low $375

High $587

The cheapest time to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville is August, with a median price of $208. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $484. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

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Flights from $208

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Flights from $484

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Direct flights from Rockhampton to Townsville

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Last-minute flights going from Rockhampton to Townsville

Thu, Jun 18

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ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$515

$423

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Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$566

$423

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$643

$423

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$638

$423

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$642

$423

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ROK - Townsville

Rockhampton (ROK) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$566

$423

One-way

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

1 night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

$643 → $423

34%

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$642 → $423

34%

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Jun 19 - Jun 22

$640 → $423

34%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$639 → $423

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville

Rockhampton - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Rockhampton to Townsville are above the typical level of $266.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville, with a median price of $208.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 5h 45m.

Flights from Rockhampton to Townsville typically take 5h 45m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

QantasLink offers deals on this route.

QantasLink has offered deals on flights from Rockhampton to Townsville.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink has offered a recent deal for $351.

QantasLink recently offered a deal for $351 from Rockhampton to Townsville.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Rockhampton to Townsville appear regularly.

Rockhampton main airports to depart from

Rockhampton (ROK)

Cheapest

Rockhampton Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Townsville, offering direct connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~$351

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Townsville.

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

💸 Flights from ~$351

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

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

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$339

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

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

📍 ~200 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$340

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~300 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

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

📍 ~270 km from Townsville (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$339

Emerald (EMD)

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

📍 ~500 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$418

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

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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 uncover better deals. Sometimes, flying during off-peak seasons or weekdays may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel time, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience of your preferred airport.

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Insights for flights from Rockhampton to Townsville

How much is a round trip from Rockhampton to Townsville

The cheapest time to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville

Direct flights from Rockhampton to Townsville

Last-minute flights going from Rockhampton to Townsville

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

Popular Airports to fly from Rockhampton to Townsville

Rockhampton - Townsville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights typically take 5h 45m.

QantasLink offers deals on this route.

QantasLink has offered a recent deal for $351.

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Rockhampton 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

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Are direct flights from Rockhampton to Townsville always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Rockhampton to Townsville flights?

Can flexible travel dates help on Rockhampton to Townsville flights?