Are direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville always the best option?

Direct flights often offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be cheaper, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Gold Coast to Townsville flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Gold Coast 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 to avoid surprises.

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Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

For those looking for cheap flights from Gold Coast to Townsville, August stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $339. February is also a cost-effective option, showing a median fare of $340. Following closely, September offers flights with a median price of $353.

Fares for this route typically range from $361–$571, with a median of $446. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 30% of recent fares from Gold Coast to Townsville were classified as a good price, but new deals are infrequent — a price alert helps in securing better rates.

Most itineraries for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Gold Coast to Townsville takes about 12h 40m, including connections. This duration reflects the common need for at least one stopover on this route.

The distance between Gold Coast and Townsville is 1205 km, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

Regular price: A$399 - A$713

Prices for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville is AUD 399 to AUD 713. The current lowest deal is AUD 451 with Jetstar, for travel from Jan 15-Jan 24.

now A$451

Low A$399

High A$713

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville is February, with a median price of $340. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $580. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$340

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$580

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Jetstar

QantasLink

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$437

A$458

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$432

A$458

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$477

A$460

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$431

A$461

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$446

A$463

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$461

A$463

One-way

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

5 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 24

A$496 → A$454

4 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 23

A$493 → A$454

4 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 24

A$493 → A$456

3 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 23

A$493 → A$456

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, with a median price of $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices.

Historically, August has offered the lowest median prices at $339 for Gold Coast to Townsville.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 40m.

Connecting flights from Gold Coast to Townsville typically have a median duration of 12 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers the most deals.

Jetstar has historically offered the most deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear rarely.

Deals for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Gold Coast main airports to depart from

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from Gold Coast (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$418

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 Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$419

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a major international and domestic hub, offering significantly more flight options than Townsville.

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$185

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

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From OOL

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Dec 01

Townsville, Australia

48% AI deal score

$1,527

$1,399

Save $128

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,487

$1,446

Save $41

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

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Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

41% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 10

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 09

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 01

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 09

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 10

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,585

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Mar 26

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Mar 23

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Apr 13

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

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 platforms can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights during the off-peak season may also result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, may result in more favorable prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor fares over time. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover additional flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may offer more flexibility in your travel plans. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Most itineraries for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Gold Coast to Townsville takes about 12h 40m, including connections. This duration reflects the common need for at least one stopover on this route.

The distance between Gold Coast and Townsville is 1205 km, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

Regular price: A$399 - A$713

Prices for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville is AUD 399 to AUD 713. The current lowest deal is AUD 451 with Jetstar, for travel from Jan 15-Jan 24.

now A$451

Low A$399

High A$713

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$340

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$580

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Jetstar

QantasLink

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$437

A$458

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$432

A$458

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$477

A$460

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$431

A$461

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$446

A$463

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$461

A$463

One-way

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

5 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 24

A$496 → A$454

4 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 23

A$493 → A$454

4 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 24

A$493 → A$456

3 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 23

A$493 → A$456

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, with a median price of $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices.

Historically, August has offered the lowest median prices at $339 for Gold Coast to Townsville.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 40m.

Connecting flights from Gold Coast to Townsville typically have a median duration of 12 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers the most deals.

Jetstar has historically offered the most deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear rarely.

Deals for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Gold Coast main airports to depart from

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from Gold Coast (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$418

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 Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$419

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a major international and domestic hub, offering significantly more flight options than Townsville.

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$185

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Gold Coast to Townsville.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Townsville

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From OOL

Elite

Dec 01

Townsville, Australia

48% AI deal score

$1,527

$1,399

Save $128

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,487

$1,446

Save $41

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

41% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 10

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 09

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 01

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 09

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 10

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,423

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 27

Townsville, Australia

39% AI deal score

$1,585

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Mar 26

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Mar 23

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Apr 13

Townsville, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,399

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

Cheap Flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Today’s best flight deals from Gold Coast to Townsville

Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

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.

Fly in August for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 12h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Jetstar offers the most deals.

Deals appear rarely.

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

Best Elite deals to Townsville

Dec 01

Dec 27

Dec 27

Dec 10

Dec 09

Dec 01

Dec 09

Dec 10

Dec 27

Mar 26

Mar 23

Apr 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

How can I find cheap flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?

When should I book flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?

Are direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Gold Coast to Townsville flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Gold Coast to Townsville flights?

Related routes

More routes from Gold Coast

Flights to Townsville from other cities

Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

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.

Fly in August for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 12h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Jetstar offers the most deals.

Deals appear rarely.

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

Best Elite deals to Townsville

Dec 01

Dec 27

Dec 27

Dec 10

Dec 09

Dec 01

Dec 09

Dec 10

Dec 27

Mar 26

Mar 23

Apr 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

How can I find cheap flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?

When should I book flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville?