How many flights from Townsville to Melbourne are non-stop?

Historically, non-stop flights from Townsville to Melbourne represent a small portion of the available options, accounting for approximately 3.1% of all flights. When a direct flight is not available, travelers typically encounter itineraries with connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers historically observed is 2.

How many hours is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

A direct flight from Townsville to Melbourne typically takes around 3 hours and 5 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 2057 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging about 7 hours and 40 minutes.

Should I set a price alert for Townsville to Melbourne flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Townsville to Melbourne is advisable. Historically, this route is classified as 'regular' in terms of deal frequency. This means that price fluctuations and deals occur with sufficient regularity to make price tracking beneficial for potential savings.

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Townsville to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Melbourne

A typical journey from Townsville to Melbourne takes about 3h 5m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the overall travel experience for flights on this route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne, prices typically range from $418–$673, with a median of $532. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly cheaper options can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne, May and June stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $388. August also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $458, making these months good options for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 3.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect a longer journey if you are not flying direct.

The distance between Townsville and Melbourne is 2057 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a few hours in the air, often with a stopover or two, contributing to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Melbourne

Regular price: A$370 - A$616

Prices for flights from Townsville to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD 370-AUD 616. The current lowest deal is AUD 238 with Jetstar for travel from Dec 7-Dec 9.

now A$238

Low A$370

High A$616

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Melbourne is August, with a median price of $469. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $649. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$469

February

Most Expensive

Flights from A$649

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$320

A$257

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$318

A$257

One-way

Mon, Nov 30

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$349

A$238

One-way

Sat, Dec 5

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$460

A$255

One-way

Sun, Dec 6

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$460

A$255

One-way

Mon, Dec 7

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$461

A$240

One-way

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

5 nights

Feb 14 - Feb 19

A$630 → A$261

59%

12 nights

Feb 7 - Feb 19

A$615 → A$258

58%

2 nights

Feb 7 - Mar 9

A$600 → A$258

57%

10 nights

Feb 27 - Mar 9

A$590 → A$259

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Townsville to Melbourne are near the typical level of $532.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May or June for the best prices

Historically, May and June offer the lowest median prices at $388 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 5m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 3 hours 5 minutes, connecting flights take 8h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.1% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, consider checking frequently for offers.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Melbourne.

📍 ~5 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$238

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary gateway to Melbourne, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~19 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$239

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport can be a useful alternative for regional connectivity within Victoria, despite limited flight frequencies.

📍 ~135 km from Melbourne (reachable by rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~A$739

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

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Dec 08

Melbourne, Australia

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Dec 06

Melbourne, Australia

74% AI deal score

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Dec 06

Melbourne, Australia

73% AI deal score

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Apr 02

Melbourne, Australia

72% AI deal score

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Mar 26

Melbourne, Australia

72% AI deal score

$752

$683

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Apr 02

Melbourne, Australia

72% AI deal score

$755

$684

Save $71

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Dec 14

Melbourne, Australia

72% AI deal score

$817

$720

Save $97

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From TSV

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Dec 14

Melbourne, Australia

72% AI deal score

$815

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Mar 18

Melbourne, Australia

71% AI deal score

$741

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Mar 18

Melbourne, Australia

71% AI deal score

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Mar 26

Melbourne, Australia

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Mar 30

Melbourne, Australia

71% AI deal score

$742

$684

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Townsville to Melbourne is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $484. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $867. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also sees slightly higher average prices, at $548.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Townsville to Melbourne is considered to be $418 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route historically stands at $532, while prices in the higher range can reach $673 or more.

Historically, May and June have offered the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne, with a median price of $388 for both months. August also presents a relatively affordable option, with a median price of $458. The annual median price for this route is $532, indicating that these months typically provide savings compared to the yearly average.

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Townsville to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Melbourne

Regular price: A$370 - A$616

Prices for flights from Townsville to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD 370-AUD 616. The current lowest deal is AUD 238 with Jetstar for travel from Dec 7-Dec 9.

now A$238

Low A$370

High A$616

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$469

February

Most Expensive

Flights from A$649

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$320

A$257

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$318

A$257

One-way

Mon, Nov 30

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$349

A$238

One-way

Sat, Dec 5

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$460

A$255

One-way

Sun, Dec 6

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$460

A$255

One-way

Mon, Dec 7

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$461

A$240

One-way

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

5 nights

Feb 14 - Feb 19

A$630 → A$261

59%

12 nights

Feb 7 - Feb 19

A$615 → A$258

58%

2 nights

Feb 7 - Mar 9

A$600 → A$258

57%

10 nights

Feb 27 - Mar 9

A$590 → A$259

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Townsville to Melbourne are near the typical level of $532.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May or June for the best prices

Historically, May and June offer the lowest median prices at $388 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 5m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 3 hours 5 minutes, connecting flights take 8h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.1% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, consider checking frequently for offers.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Melbourne.

📍 ~5 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$238

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary gateway to Melbourne, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~19 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$239

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport can be a useful alternative for regional connectivity within Victoria, despite limited flight frequencies.

Melbourne, Australia

71% AI deal score

$742

$684

Save $58

QantasLink

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Cheap Flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Today’s best flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Melbourne

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in May or June for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Townsville main airports to depart from

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

Best Elite deals to Melbourne

Dec 08

Dec 06

Dec 06

Apr 02

Mar 26

Apr 02

Dec 14

Dec 14

Mar 18

Mar 18

Mar 26

Mar 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

When is the best time to book flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

What is a good price for a flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

How many flights from Townsville to Melbourne are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

Should I set a price alert for Townsville to Melbourne flights?

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Flights to Melbourne from other cities

Townsville to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Melbourne

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

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

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in May or June for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Townsville main airports to depart from

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

Best Elite deals to Melbourne

Dec 08

Dec 06

Dec 06

Apr 02

Mar 26

Apr 02

Dec 14

Dec 14

Mar 18

Mar 18

Mar 26

Mar 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

When is the best time to book flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

What is a good price for a flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne?