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Cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport from $113

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Townsville to Melbourne are usually found in February or July, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$256

One-way from

$113

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$320

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/4-9/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Townsville to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Townsville to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 2/420:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Thu 10/417:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$249
Wed 2/420:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/406:00MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$357
Wed 2/409:00TSV - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 10/406:00MEL - TSV
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$469
Fri 21/218:40TSV - MEL
1 stop21h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 23/206:00MEL - TSV
1 stop6h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,132
Wed 2/408:45TSV - MEL
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 10/418:55MEL - TSV
2 stops27h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$1,985

Find flights from Townsville to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Townsville to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Townsville

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 2/4

20:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

17:10-20:10

Nonstop3h 00m

$256

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 2/4

20:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

15:10-23:45

1 stop8h 35m

$357

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 2/4

09:00-15:20

1 stop5h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

06:00-11:05

1 stop5h 05m

$469

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 2/4

08:45-08:05

2 stops22h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

18:55-22:20

2 stops27h 25m

$1,985

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Mon 3/3

20:25-00:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$113

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 12/3

06:05-14:15

1 stop7h 10m

$235

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 12/3

20:45-12:05

2 stops14h 20m

$317

TownsvilleMelbourne

TSV - MEL

TSVMEL

Townsville

Wed 12/3

06:55-11:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$524

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Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Townsville to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Townsville to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Townsville to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TSV to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Townsville to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 70% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Townsville to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Townsville to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Townsville to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Townsville, you will be flying from Townsville, which is the city’s only airport. Townsville (TSV) is located 4.5 km from the centre of Townsville. There is 1 flight from Townsville to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $256, Jetstar will fly you from Townsville to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $469 and $1,985, respectively. Jetstar is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Townsville to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($113), Virgin Australia ($235), and Qantas Airways ($524).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider Alliance Airlines (97%), Qantas Airways (83%) or Jetstar (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $104. While the most popular route (Townsville - Melbourne) can be booked for $223 on average our data indicates $303 when flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Townsville to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Townsville to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Townsville to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Townsville to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$202Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$282Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$345Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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