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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$88 and round-trip from US$150. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        TSV 19:25
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:30
        Townsville - Melbourne | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 16:45
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:45
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$150 US$262
        43% off
        43% off
        US$262 US$150
      • TSV 19:25
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:30
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 16:45
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:45
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$153 US$262
        42% off
        42% off
        US$262 US$153
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 29 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sat, Dec 5 | Jetstar Airways
        US$160 US$262
        39% off
        39% off
        US$262 US$160
      • TSV 19:25
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:30
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 16:45
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:45
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$175
        33% off
        US$262 US$175
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 17 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Fri, Nov 20 | Jetstar Airways
        US$179
        32% off
        US$262 US$179
      • TSV 19:25
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:30
        Townsville - Melbourne | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 16:45
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 18:45
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$187
        28% off
        US$262 US$187
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sat, Nov 14 | Jetstar Airways
        US$190
        27% off
        US$262 US$190
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 20 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        US$191
        27% off
        US$262 US$191
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        US$191
        27% off
        US$262 US$191
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Tue, Nov 24 | Jetstar Airways
        US$193
        26% off
        US$262 US$193
      • TSV 19:25
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:30
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Oct 24 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 14:35
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 16:35
        Melbourne - Townsville | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$195
        26% off
        US$262 US$195
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 19 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 17:25
        3h
        Direct
        TSV 19:25
        Melbourne - Townsville | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        US$199
        24% off
        US$262 US$199
      • TSV 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
        MEL 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        TSV 16:00
        Melbourne - Townsville | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 7 | Jetstar Airways
        US$88 US$122
        28% off
        28% off
        US$122 US$88
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        US$89 US$122
        27% off
        27% off
        US$122 US$89
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        US$90 US$122
        26% off
        26% off
        US$122 US$90
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$90
        26% off
        US$122 US$90
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$90
        26% off
        US$122 US$90
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Thu, Dec 3 | Jetstar Airways
        US$90
        26% off
        US$122 US$90
      • TSV 19:15
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:20
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$91
        25% off
        US$122 US$91
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        US$91
        25% off
        US$122 US$91
      • TSV 20:05
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 00:10
        Townsville - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 12 | Jetstar Airways
        US$91
        25% off
        US$122 US$91
      • TSV 19:15
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:20
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$91
        25% off
        US$122 US$91
      • TSV 19:15
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:20
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$91
        25% off
        US$122 US$91
      • TSV 19:10
        3h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 23:15
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        US$92
        25% off
        US$122 US$92
      • TSV 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Townsville - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months according to the latest Trip.com data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport are usually in January, with an average price of US$116. It is best to avoid December, when the average price can reach US$217.

US$217
US$167
US$116
US$66
    Cheapest
  • US$162
    Oct
  • US$142
    Nov
  • US$217
    Dec
  • US$116
    Jan
  • US$151
    Feb
  • US$160
    Mar
  • US$143
    Apr
  • US$144
    May
  • US$169
    Jun
  • US$169
    Jul
  • US$194
    Aug
  • US$217
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport is Tuesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Thursday as prices are typically highest on that day.

US$231
US$190
US$148
US$107
  • US$152
    Mon
  • US$148
    Tue
  • US$167
    Wed
  • US$231
    Thu
  • US$180
    Fri
  • US$158
    Sat
  • US$162
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$79) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$79
Virgin Australia
From US$121
Qantas Airways
From US$123

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What is the flight schedule from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Townsville to Melbourne and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ917

    Townsville Airport

    20:25

    TSV

    3h 5m

    23:30

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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About Townsville Airport and Melbourne Airport

Learn about Townsville Airport (TSV) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 2,058.21km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$88
Cheapest return ticket price US$150

FAQs for Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport takes about 3 hours 4 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The earliest flight from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport departs at 07:05, and the last departs at 21:25, with about 2 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$170 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
    • The distance from Essendon Airport to downtown is about 11km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is Essendon Airport. The distance is around 8km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 1215 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport currently start from US$88, and round-trip fares start from US$150. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sat, Nov 7; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways and Qantas Airways operate direct flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 58 minutes, and around 12 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport is US$212. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$88. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport operates around 11 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Townsville Airport and Melbourne Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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