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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing. However, connecting flights are often more affordable, especially for longer distances. The 'best' option depends on your priorities regarding cost versus travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Perth to Townsville flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons usually offers more economical fares. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Perth 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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To Townsville

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Perth to Townsville

2027-02-02 – 2027-02-05
PER - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$505
A$761
Round trip
2027-02-13 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$462
A$768
Round trip
2027-02-02 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
45% AI deal score
A$469
A$771
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2027-01-29 – 2027-02-03
PER - Townsville
48% AI deal score
A$582
A$772
Round trip
2027-01-29 – 2027-02-05
PER - Townsville
48% AI deal score
A$568
A$772
Round trip
2027-02-03 – 2027-02-05
PER - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$504
A$774
Round trip
2027-02-18 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$483
A$774
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2027-02-12 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
45% AI deal score
A$461
A$775
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2027-01-29 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
47% AI deal score
A$518
A$782
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2027-02-03 – 2027-02-26
PER - Townsville
45% AI deal score
A$470
A$784
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Perth to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Perth to Townsville

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Perth to Townsville, fares typically range from $692–$913, with a median of $800. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Perth to Townsville, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $618. Following July, August offers median fares of $766, and October presents median fares around $833.

The journey from Perth to Townsville is classified as a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3379 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Perth to Townsville, including connections, takes approximately 15h 45m. This duration reflects the common need for at least two stopovers on this route.

How much is a round trip from Perth to Townsville

Regular price: A$433 - A$638

Prices for flights from Perth to Townsville are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD433 to AUD638. The current lowest deal is AUD769 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 2-Feb 26.

now A$769

Low A$433

High A$638

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from Perth to Townsville is July, with a median price of $618. Prices are generally lower from July to August. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $833.

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$618

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$833

Jul

Aug

Oct

Direct flights from Perth to Townsville

QantasLink

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Airnorth

Last-minute flights going from Perth to Townsville

Sun, Dec 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$723

A$826

One-way

Wed, Jan 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$523

A$826

One-way

Thu, Jan 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$524

A$826

One-way

Thu, Jan 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$572

A$826

One-way

Mon, Jan 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Airnorth, QantasLink

A$518

A$791

One-way

Mon, Jan 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Townsville

Perth (PER) - Townsville (TSV)

Airnorth, QantasLink

A$570

A$808

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

A$819 → A$823

2 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 6

A$818 → A$823

5 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 21

A$807 → A$823

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

A$791 → A$823

Popular Airports to fly from Perth to Townsville

Perth - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Perth to Townsville are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $618, followed by August at $766.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 15h 45m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Perth to Townsville is 15h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers 91 deals

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines has offered 91 deals on this route, with Jetstar offering 9 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

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

Perth main airports to depart from

Perth (PER)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$745

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$761

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$450

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

47% AI deal score

$2,116

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

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 often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you of fare drops.

Booking flights in advance, typically several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can often result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may be beneficial. Weekday travel often presents more economical options than weekend travel.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to travel time, the savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Perth to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Perth to Townsville

A typical journey from Perth to Townsville, including connections, takes approximately 15h 45m. This duration reflects the common need for at least two stopovers on this route.

How much is a round trip from Perth to Townsville

Regular price: A$433 - A$638

Prices for flights from Perth to Townsville are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD433 to AUD638. The current lowest deal is AUD769 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 2-Feb 26.

now A$769

Low A$433

High A$638

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Townsville

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$618

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$833

Jul

Aug

Oct