Are direct flights from Townsville to City of Launceston always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more economical. Weigh the trade-off between travel time and potential cost savings when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Townsville to City of Launceston flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly even within the same week. Using a flexible date search tool can highlight the most affordable days to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Townsville to City of Launceston 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. Understanding these fees beforehand can help you budget accurately.

Flights From Townsville

To City of Launceston

Cheap Flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

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Today’s best flight deals from Townsville to City of Launceston

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Townsville to City of Launceston

2026-11-30 – 2026-12-09
TSV - City of Launceston
82% AI deal score
A$561
A$378
Round trip
2026-12-07 – 2026-12-09
TSV - City of Launceston
86% AI deal score
A$713
A$380
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2026-12-01 – 2026-12-08
TSV - City of Launceston
86% AI deal score
A$718
A$382
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2026-11-23 – 2026-12-09
TSV - City of Launceston
80% AI deal score
A$527
A$385
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2026-11-17 – 2026-12-09
TSV - City of Launceston
80% AI deal score
A$519
A$385
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2026-11-30 – 2026-12-07
TSV - City of Launceston
82% AI deal score
A$587
A$387
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2026-11-17 – 2026-11-25
TSV - City of Launceston
81% AI deal score
A$572
A$390
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2026-11-30 – 2026-12-05
TSV - City of Launceston
82% AI deal score
A$603
A$390
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2026-11-30 – 2026-12-08
TSV - City of Launceston
81% AI deal score
A$566
A$390
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2026-11-17 – 2026-12-07
TSV - City of Launceston
79% AI deal score
A$519
A$394
Round trip

Townsville to City of Launceston: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

Fares for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston typically range from $489 to $675, with a median price of $588. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly cheaper options can be challenging. Deals are infrequent, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for this route.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Townsville to City of Launceston, the cheapest time to fly is often August, with a median fare of $346. Other affordable months include February, where the median fare is $375, and October, with a median of $393. These months offer more competitive pricing compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Townsville to City of Launceston takes approximately 13h 50m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 3, which contributes to the longer overall travel time.

The distance between Townsville and City of Launceston is 2479 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel duration, often requiring connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Townsville to City of Launceston

Regular price: A$488 - A$797

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston.

The regular price range for this route is AUD488 to AUD797. The current lowest deal is AUD374 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 30-Dec 9.

now A$374

Low A$488

High A$797

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to City of Launceston

The cheapest month to fly from TSV to LST is August, with a median price of $353. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $595. Generally, prices are lower from February to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$353

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$595

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to City of Launceston

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$913

A$1,083

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$983

A$1,083

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,076

A$1,263

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,084

A$1,829

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Jetstar

A$533

A$394

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Jetstar

A$521

A$401

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

2 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 25

A$614 → A$405

34%

9 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 18

A$573 → A$406

29%

8 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 25

A$569 → A$405

29%

9 nights

Nov 23 - Dec 2

A$564 → A$408

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to City of Launceston

Townsville - City of Launceston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Townsville to City of Launceston have been near the typical level at $588.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August has offered the lowest median prices at $346 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 13h 50m

Connecting flights from Townsville to City of Launceston typically take 13h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 3 stopovers in recent months.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers many deals

Jetstar has historically offered 80 deals on connecting flights for the Townsville to City of Launceston route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston are historically rare.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport (TSV) is a convenient departure point for flights to Launceston.

📍 ~5 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$394

City of Launceston main airports to arrive at

Launceston (LST)

Cheapest

Launceston Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Townsville, offering direct access to the region.

📍 ~14 km from City of Launceston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$403

Airports nearby City of Launceston used as alternative

Hobart International (HBA)

Hobart International is the largest airport in Tasmania with a comprehensive flight schedule.

📍 ~170 km from Launceston (reachable by car, but significant driving time required).

💸 Flights from ~A$450

Business & First Class Flight Deals to City of Launceston

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Mar 15

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,384

$1,368

Save $16

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Mar 12

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,368

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Mar 05

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,368

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Mar 08

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,368

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Jan 23

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,386

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From TSV

Elite

Mar 18

City of Launceston, Australia

66% AI deal score

$1,386

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to City of Launceston

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 identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak hours may offer lower fares.

Booking 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 more competitive pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Townsville to City of Launceston: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

How much is a round trip from Townsville to City of Launceston

Regular price: A$488 - A$797

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston.

The regular price range for this route is AUD488 to AUD797. The current lowest deal is AUD374 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 30-Dec 9.

now A$374

Low A$488

High A$797

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to City of Launceston

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$353

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$595

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to City of Launceston

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$913

A$1,083

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$983

A$1,083

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,076

A$1,263

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,084

A$1,829

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Jetstar

A$533

A$394

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - City of Launceston

Townsville (TSV) - City of Launceston (LST)

Jetstar

A$521

A$401

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Townsville to City of Launceston

2 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 25

A$614 → A$405

34%

9 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 18

A$573 → A$406

29%

8 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 25

A$569 → A$405

29%

9 nights

Nov 23 - Dec 2

A$564 → A$408

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to City of Launceston