Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Flights from MEL to TSV start at 11:40 — the first with Qantas. The latest departure is at 17:35 with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 38 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport flights.
Your MEL to TSV flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetstar is your ticket to exploring Townsville (and perhaps some other great corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Jetstar.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier that offers MEL to TSV flights, with 78.5% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and TSV:
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV)
At the moment, R 1,341 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,682. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to TSV, book your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MEL to TSV.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)
If you're getting in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near TSV:
Travel at your own speed with a Townsville Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo or Avis and see more of Townsville and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Townsville Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville
Townsville Airport to the centre of Townsville has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Townsville. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Townsville Airport for December if you'd like to go to Townsville during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to TSV in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres north of Townsville, a visit to Cairns will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, head for Mackay, about 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville. Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach are among the biggest draws.
