What percentage of Townsville to Sydney flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 17.2% of flights from Townsville to Sydney have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Townsville to Sydney?

A direct flight from Townsville to Sydney typically takes around 2 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 1691 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 4 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with choosing a direct route over a connecting one.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Townsville to Sydney?

In the trailing 90 days, flying with a layover from Townsville to Sydney has historically been slightly cheaper, with a median price of $165. Direct flights, while more convenient, typically have a median price of $171, representing a premium of 4%. Direct flights constitute about 30.3% of the available options, suggesting that connecting flights are more prevalent and often more economical.

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Townsville to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Sydney

A typical journey from Townsville to Sydney takes about 2h 35m, including connections. This route is classified as medium-haul, covering a distance of 1691 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Townsville to Sydney, fares typically range from $158–$395, with a median of $213. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Approximately 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Sydney? The most affordable months to fly are January, with a median fare of $125, followed by June at $156, and April at $157. These months offer lower median prices compared to the overall typical range for the route.

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Sydney

Regular price: A$290 - A$481

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

The regular price range for flights from Townsville to Sydney is AUD290 to AUD481. The current lowest deal is AUD239 with Jetstar for travel from Sep 8-Sep 9.

now A$239

Low A$290

High A$481

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Sydney is March, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $430. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

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Flights from A$125

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Flights from A$430

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Direct flights from Townsville to Sydney

Jetstar

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Townsville to Sydney

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$758

A$458

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$896

A$488

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$645

A$398

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Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$323

A$266

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⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$595

A$335

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TSV - Sydney

Townsville (TSV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$622

A$372

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

A$1,051 → A$418

60%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

A$1,023 → A$395

61%

4 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 23

A$1,034 → A$418

60%

5 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 24

A$1,035 → A$418

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Townsville to Sydney

Townsville - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Townsville to Sydney are above the typical level at a median of $213.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $125.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 35m

The typical direct flight from Townsville to Sydney takes 2 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Historically, 17.2% of recent fares were for direct flights, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar has historically offered 62 direct deals on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Townsville main airports to depart from

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport (TSV) is a good option for flights from Townsville to Sydney.

📍 ~5 km from Townsville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$240

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly into Sydney Airport for convenient access to Sydney and surrounding areas from Townsville.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$239

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~A$481

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Townsville to Sydney is typically between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $168. Booking within 7-13 days of departure also shows favorable pricing, with an average of $175. However, waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in a higher average price of $191.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Townsville to Sydney is considered to be $158 or less. The median price for this route has been $213. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $395 or less. Travelers aiming for a more budget-friendly option should target fares around the $158 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Townsville to Sydney include January, with a median price of $125, and June, with a median price of $156. April also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $157. The annual median price for this route is $213, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Townsville to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Townsville to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Townsville to Sydney

Regular price: A$290 - A$481

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

The regular price range for flights from Townsville to Sydney is AUD290 to AUD481. The current lowest deal is AUD239 with Jetstar for travel from Sep 8-Sep 9.

now A$239

Low A$290

High A$481

The cheapest time to fly from Townsville to Sydney

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$125

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$430

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