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Flight deals from Darwin to Townsville

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £366. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Townsville.£157 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.

Townsville.£162 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.

Townsville.£173 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £173, select.

Townsville.£183 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £183, select.

Townsville.£189 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £189, select.

Townsville.£197 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £197, select.

Townsville.£197 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £197, select.

Townsville.£197 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £197, select.

Townsville.£197 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Darwin on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £197, select.

Townsville.£248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £248, select.

Townsville.£249 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £249, select.

Townsville.£252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £252, select.

Townsville.£253 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £253, select.

Townsville.£274 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £274, select.

Townsville.£279 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Airnorth .Outbound direct flight with Airnorth departs from Darwin on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £279, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Townsville

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Townsville flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Darwin to Townsville: Alternative routes

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Darwin to Townsville: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£157
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	2 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	6

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Darwin to Townsville?

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Townsville is £315. 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 Darwin to Townsville?

2 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Darwin to Townsville.

Which airlines fly direct from Darwin to Townsville?

Qantas and Airnorth fly direct from Darwin to Townsville.

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

As of August 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Darwin to Townsville.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Townsville is usually January.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport on Thursday, 21 January 2027.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 52 minutes.

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 Darwin Airport to Townsville with?

Currently, Qantas and Airnorth offer the cheapest flight tickets to Townsville.

Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from DRW to TSV start at 07:00 — the first with Airnorth. The last departure is at 12:00 with Airnorth. In total, you can choose from four weekly Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your DRW to TSV flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airnorth is your gateway to discovering Townsville (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Airnorth.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DRW and TSV include:
- Brisbane Airport
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
- Adelaide Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Townsville Airport (TSV)

£157 is currently the best price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport flight. A return flight starts from £315. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DRW to TSV, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DRW to TSV.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport.

Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)

73.13% of flights taking off from Darwin International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Darwin to Darwin International Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DRW? If you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)

If you have a late Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near TSV:
Pick up a Townsville Airport rental car and explore Townsville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Townsville Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville

Townsville Airport is approximately 4 miles from central Townsville. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)

July is the busiest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Townsville in February.
Before locking in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Townsville Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. December is the warmest month in Townsville, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DRW to TSV sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

You've visited Townsville, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel about 180 miles north to Cairns to check off its leading attractions. From Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station to Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 200 miles south-east of Townsville, Mackay is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach.