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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 11.8% of flights from Townsville to Melbourne were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of the relatively lower share of non-stop options available for this route. Connecting flights are a more common occurrence on this route.

How many hours is the flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

The direct flight from Townsville to Melbourne typically takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 2057 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 6 hours and 40 minutes. This indicates a significant increase in travel time when a stopover is involved, with direct flights being considerably faster.

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, deals on this route have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days. This indicates that price fluctuations and good opportunities arise regularly, making price alerts an effective tool for travelers seeking to secure better fares. Monitoring prices can help identify opportune booking moments.

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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. This median duration reflects the fact that most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights having a median journey time of 8h 5m. For those rare direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne, the travel time is also 3h 5m.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne, right now, fares are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $243–$556, with a median of $390. Currently, about 40% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne? The most affordable fares are typically found in December, with a median price of $175. Other cost-effective months include February, where the median fare is $189, and April, with a median of $190.

The route from Townsville to Melbourne is classified as medium-haul, covering a distance of 2057 kilometers. This distance and classification mean you can expect a comfortable travel experience for this domestic journey.

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Melbourne

Regular price: A$264 - A$600

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Townsville to Melbourne is AUD264-AUD600. The current lowest deal is AUD240 with Jetstar for travel from Nov 1-Nov 25.

now A$240

Low A$264

High A$600

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Melbourne is March, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $588. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$125

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$588

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$244

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

A$432

A$250

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$251

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$429

A$244

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A$1,137 → A$622

45%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

A$1,125 → A$636

43%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

A$1,133 → A$666

41%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A$1,110 → A$682

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Townsville to Melbourne are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $175

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $175 for flights to Melbourne.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 5m

Direct flights to Melbourne typically take 3 hours 5 minutes, while connecting flights average 8 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 11.8% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flight options from Townsville to Melbourne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Townsville to Melbourne are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Fly from Townsville Airport to Melbourne, offering a convenient departure point for your trip.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$239

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival choice for flights from Townsville, 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 V/Line regional rail network and Calder Freeway)

💸 Flights from ~A$702

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Townsville to Melbourne is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $226. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, sees prices rise significantly to an average of $503. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $453.

Across the trailing quarter, a price of $243 or less for a flight from Townsville to Melbourne is considered a good deal. The median price observed for this route over the same 90-day period was $390. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed flights costing $556 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $243 threshold.

Historically, December, February, and April have offered the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne. December typically shows a median price of $175, while February and April follow closely with median prices of $189 and $190, respectively. These months are notably more affordable compared to the annual median price of $390 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider flying during these periods.

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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$264 - A$600

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Townsville to Melbourne is AUD264-AUD600. The current lowest deal is AUD240 with Jetstar for travel from Nov 1-Nov 25.

now A$240

Low A$264

High A$600

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$125

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$588

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Melbourne

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$244

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

A$432

A$250

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$251

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$393

A$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Melbourne

Townsville (TSV) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$429

A$244

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A$1,137 → A$622

45%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

A$1,125 → A$636

43%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

A$1,133 → A$666

41%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A$1,110 → A$682

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Melbourne

Townsville - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Townsville to Melbourne are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $175

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices at $175 for flights to Melbourne.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 5m

Direct flights to Melbourne typically take 3 hours 5 minutes, while connecting flights average 8 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 11.8% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flight options from Townsville to Melbourne.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Townsville to Melbourne are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Fly from Townsville Airport to Melbourne, offering a convenient departure point for your trip.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$239

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival choice for flights from Townsville, 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

69% AI deal score

$884

$853

Save $31

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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 are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $175

Direct flights average 3h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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 13

Dec 11

Dec 13

Dec 06

Dec 31

Dec 11

Dec 07

Oct 18

Dec 07

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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?

Related routes

More routes from Townsville

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 are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $175

Direct flights average 3h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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 13

Dec 11

Dec 13

Dec 06

Dec 31

Dec 11

Dec 07

Oct 18

Dec 07

Jan 17

Oct 12

Oct 13

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?