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Flight deals from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £326. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Gold Coast.£306 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Townsville on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £306, select.
Gold Coast.£326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £326, select.
Gold Coast.£333 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £333, select.
Gold Coast.£443 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Townsville on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £443, select.
Gold Coast.£457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Townsville on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £457, select.
Gold Coast.£463 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Townsville on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £463, select.
Gold Coast.£538 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Townsville on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £538, select.
Gold Coast.£686 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Townsville on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £686, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Gold Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Townsville to Gold Coast flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Townsville to Gold Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Townsville to Gold Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gold Coast.

Gold Coast

11 miles from central Gold Coast
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from £306
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Brisbane

48 miles from central Gold Coast
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Townsville to Gold Coast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£306
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineVirgin Australia
Average flights per week1

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Finding cheap flights from Townsville to Gold Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Townsville to Gold Coast is £306. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Townsville to Gold Coast.
Virgin Australia flies direct from Townsville to Gold Coast.
As of March 2026, there is one flight per week flying from Townsville to Gold Coast.
The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Gold Coast is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport on Monday, 27 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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 Gold Coast 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gold Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gold Coast.

Travelling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know

  • Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which is the same as Townsville.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your TSV to OOL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • Currently, £120 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £306. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TSV to OOL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from TSV to OOL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)

  • Of all flights departing from Townsville Airport, 71.52% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach Townsville Airport from central Townsville, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to TSV:

Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • If you're landing on a late Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near OOL:

  • Grab a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Gold Coast Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast

  • Gold Coast Airport is approximately 17 miles from the centre of Gold Coast. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes.

When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Gold Coast based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Townsville Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you want to explore Gold Coast during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TSV to OOL in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Gold Coast, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey about 45 miles north-west to Brisbane to check off its popular sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 95 miles west of Gold Coast, Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.

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