Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Townsville always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for time versus cost when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Townsville flights?

Absolutely, being flexible with your travel dates is one of the most effective ways to find cheaper flights. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons can often result in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two can sometimes make a difference.

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Townsville flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Townsville

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Los Angeles to Townsville

2026-10-16 – 2026-10-23
LAX - Townsville
75% AI deal score
$978
$1,158
Round trip
2026-08-18 – 2026-08-24
LAX - Townsville
73% AI deal score
$980
$1,257
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-10
LAX - Townsville
72% AI deal score
$1,064
$1,267
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-11
LAX - Townsville
72% AI deal score
$1,056
$1,267
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-12-01
LAX - Townsville
73% AI deal score
$1,049
$1,269
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-16
LAX - Townsville
72% AI deal score
$1,048
$1,280
Round trip
2026-11-05 – 2026-11-11
LAX - Townsville
71% AI deal score
$1,095
$1,281
Round trip
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-16
LAX - Townsville
71% AI deal score
$1,089
$1,292
Round trip
2026-11-10 – 2026-11-16
LAX - Townsville
71% AI deal score
$1,099
$1,293
Round trip
2026-11-05 – 2026-11-16
LAX - Townsville
71% AI deal score
$1,071
$1,293
Round trip

Los Angeles to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Townsville connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For the connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1.

Right now, fares to Townsville are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $828–$1299 and a median of $914. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville? The most affordable month to fly is August, with a median fare of $535. Following closely are November, with a median of $620, and September, with a median of $704.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Townsville takes approximately 26h 35m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 11617 km.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Townsville

Regular price: $943 - $1,473

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville is between $943 and $1473. The current lowest deal is $1039 with All Nippon Airways, for travel from Nov 9-Nov 15.

now $1,039

Low $943

High $1,473

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville is August, with a median price of $535. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1599. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $535

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

QantasLink

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Townsville

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$1,011

$1,197

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$991

$1,250

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$980

$1,196

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$980

$1,270

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

Fiji Airways

$980

$1,387

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$1,058

$1,211

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

6 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 15

$1,083 → $1,039

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$1,058 → $1,211

14%

7 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 23

$971 → $1,151

19%

7 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 16

$1,011 → $1,197

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville

Los Angeles - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Townsville are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August has the lowest median price at $535, offering savings of $379.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 26h 35m with 1 stop

The typical flight duration from Los Angeles to Townsville is 26h 35m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers deals from $1039

All Nippon Airways recently offered a roundtrip deal for $1039 from Los Angeles to Townsville.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Los Angeles to Townsville are rare, appearing infrequently.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights to Townsville, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$1025

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a key arrival point for exploring Townsville and its surrounding attractions.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1025

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a major international and domestic hub with significantly higher flight frequency and more destination options.

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car, ~4 hours driving time)

💸 Flights from ~$1,018

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

81% AI deal score

$8,067

$6,515

Save $1,552

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. Looking into flights with layovers may also present cheaper options than direct routes.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings sometimes offer slight advantages.

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

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Los Angeles to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Townsville takes approximately 26h 35m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 11617 km.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Townsville

Regular price: $943 - $1,473

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville is between $943 and $1473. The current lowest deal is $1039 with All Nippon Airways, for travel from Nov 9-Nov 15.

now $1,039

Low $943

High $1,473

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville

August

Cheapest

Flights from $535

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

QantasLink

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Townsville

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$1,011

$1,197

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$991

$1,250

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$980

$1,196

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$980

$1,270

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

Fiji Airways

$980

$1,387

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Townsville

Los Angeles (LAX) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

$1,058

$1,211

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Townsville

6 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 15

$1,083 → $1,039

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$1,058 → $1,211

14%

7 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 23

$971 → $1,151

19%

7 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 16

$1,011 → $1,197

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Townsville