Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Townsville from RM652

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Flight deals from Melbourne to Townsville Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM667. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Townsville.RM652 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM652, select.

Townsville.RM661 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM661, select.

Townsville.RM663 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM663, select.

Townsville.RM667 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM667, select.

Townsville.RM688 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM688, select.

Townsville.RM716 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM716, select.

Townsville.RM748 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM748, select.

Townsville.RM760 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM760, select.

Townsville.RM765 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM765, select.

Townsville.RM886 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM886, select.

Townsville.RM897 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM897, select.

Townsville.RM930 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM930, select.

Townsville.RM960 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM960, select.

Townsville.RM969 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM969, select.

Townsville.RM982 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM982, select.

Townsville.RM985 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM985, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville

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Melbourne to Townsville: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Townsville: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	RM652
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	3 hrs
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	25

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Townsville: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Townsville?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Townsville is RM652. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

3 hours is the average flight time from Melbourne to Townsville.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Townsville?

Qantas, Alliance Airlines and Jetstar fly direct from Melbourne to Townsville.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Townsville?

As of March 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Townsville.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Townsville?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Townsville Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Townsville Airport on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Townsville?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Townsville but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Townsville?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Townsville is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Townsville with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Townsville is Jetstar .

Travelling from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV): What you need to know

Melbourne's main airport is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Explore your options for leaving from this terminal when reserving your flights from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV).
The average length of a direct Melbourne to Townsville Airport flight is 3 hours.
The timezone in Townsville is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Melbourne. Townsville Airport is located in Townsville.
The busiest route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV), with 11 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from MEL to TSV is the 11:55am Qantas service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 5:45pm with Jetstar.
Your flight from Melbourne to TSV won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Take the express route from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV) can be booked from here.
When leaving from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport with Jetstar.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEL and TSV is Jetstar.
Among carriers on this route, Qantas has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
63% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to TSV flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

About Townsville Airport (TSV)

Reserve a hotel near TSV if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Townsville Airport flight.

Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville

Central Townsville is roughly 5 kilometres from Townsville Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV)

Right now, RM331 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Townsville Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM652. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to TSV if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Townsville Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to TSV.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV)

It's time to work out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport (TSV). July is when most people travel to Townsville. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
The warmest month in Townsville is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to TSV plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Townsville Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Townsville

Start your Townsville trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Townsville Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens are must-do's during your Townsville adventure.

Explore more of Australia

Cairns is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Townsville. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard.
Around 177 kilometres southeast of Townsville, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Horseshoe Bay Beach, Sunset Point and Kings Beach.