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

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, as they avoid layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to accept a longer journey. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities for cost versus convenience.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons are often less expensive than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

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

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. Understanding these fees beforehand helps you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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2027-01-20 – 2027-01-26
OOL - Townsville
66% AI deal score
A$507
A$422
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Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

For cheap flights from Gold Coast to Townsville, September stands out as the most economical month, with a median fare of $238. Other favorable months include April, where the median fare is $239, and November, with a median fare of $245. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more affordable travel options.

Fares for the Gold Coast to Townsville route typically range from $231–$332, with a median fare of $267. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 52% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that deals appear frequently for this route.

When flying from Gold Coast to Townsville, most itineraries connect at least once. Recent data shows that 0% of fares are for direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2, meaning you should expect at least two stops on your journey.

A typical journey from Gold Coast to Townsville takes approximately 10h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries with stopovers, which are common on this route. Travelers should factor in this total travel time when planning their trip.

The distance between Gold Coast and Townsville is 1205 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to shorter flight times and more frequent service compared to longer international routes.

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

Regular price: A$400 - A$720

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 between AUD400 and AUD720. The current lowest deal is AUD422 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 18-Nov 21.

now A$422

Low A$400

High A$720

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from OOL to TSV is March, with a median price of $200. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $361. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$200

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$361

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$829

A$1,114

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$829

A$998

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$712

A$1,127

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$771

A$887

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$757

A$992

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$685

A$1,183

One-way

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

8 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 14

A$445 → A$439

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

A$462 → A$475

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

A$523 → A$568

1 night

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A$552 → A$634

15%

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 $422.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, September, April, and November offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights from Gold Coast to Townsville typically have a median duration of 10h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 100% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers the most deals

Jetstar has 79 deals, followed by Virgin Australia Regional Airlines with 43 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

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 or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$417

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 ~A$420

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns (CNS) is a major international and domestic hub with more flight options than Townsville.

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$198

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Best Elite deals to Townsville

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From OOL

Elite

Dec 03

Townsville, Australia

48% AI deal score

$1,579

$1,429

Save $150

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 18

Townsville, Australia

47% AI deal score

$1,506

$1,424

Save $82

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

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Dec 21

Townsville, Australia

47% AI deal score

$1,549

$1,426

Save $123

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 01

Townsville, Australia

47% AI deal score

$1,502

$1,429

Save $73

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 17

Townsville, Australia

47% AI deal score

$1,511

$1,429

Save $82

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Oct 28

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,430

$1,405

Save $25

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 17

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,483

$1,426

Save $57

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 09

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,464

$1,426

Save $38

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 10

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,471

$1,426

Save $45

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 31

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,457

$1,429

Save $28

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 17

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,439

$1,429

Save $10

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From OOL

Elite

Dec 21

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,462

$1,429

Save $33

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 sites can also help you discover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower 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, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Gold Coast to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

How much is a round trip from Gold Coast to Townsville

Regular price: A$400 - A$720

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 between AUD400 and AUD720. The current lowest deal is AUD422 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 18-Nov 21.

now A$422

Low A$400

High A$720

The cheapest time to fly from Gold Coast to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from OOL to TSV is March, with a median price of $200. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $361. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$200

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$361

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Townsville

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Gold Coast to Townsville

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$829

A$1,114

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$829

A$998

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$712

A$1,127

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$771

A$887

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

Jetstar

A$757

A$992

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

OOL - Townsville

Gold Coast (OOL) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$685

A$1,183

One-way

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

8 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 14

A$445 → A$439

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

A$462 → A$475

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

A$523 → A$568

1 night

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A$552 → A$634

15%

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 $422.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, September, April, and November offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights from Gold Coast to Townsville typically have a median duration of 10h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 100% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers the most deals

Jetstar has 79 deals, followed by Virgin Australia Regional Airlines with 43 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Gold Coast to Townsville are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

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 or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$417

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 ~A$420

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns (CNS) is a major international and domestic hub with more flight options than Townsville.

Townsville, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,462

$1,429

Save $33

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

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Jetstar offers the most deals

Deals are frequent for this route

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 03

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Oct 28

Dec 17

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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?

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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

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Jetstar offers the most deals

Deals are frequent for this route

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 03

Dec 18

Dec 21

Dec 01

Dec 17

Oct 28

Dec 17

Dec 09

Dec 10

Dec 31

Dec 17

Dec 21

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?