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One-way fare
- Lowest observed
- €76, departing 25 Nov 2026 (Last checked: 20 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 155Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia
- Reported fastest flight
- 4h 05m
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Melbourne to Townsville. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 2,071 km
- Reported fastest flight
- 4h 05m
- Airlines seen
- Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia
- Alternative airports
- AVV, MEB
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with Jetstar. Check current timetables.
A clearer picture of your fare
Non-stop airlines seen on this route
| Airline | Non-stop days / priced days | Fastest non-stop |
|---|---|---|
| Jetstar | 6 / 155 |
Departure days with a non-stop fare checked in the last 14 days. A carrier listed here had a non-stop fare on at least 3 days; schedules may differ.
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) → Melbourne, city gazetteer reference point (-37.8132, 144.9630): ≈ 11 km.
- Melbourne Airport (MEL) → Melbourne, city gazetteer reference point (-37.8132, 144.9630): ≈ 19 km.
- Melbourne Avalon International Airport (AVV) → Melbourne, city gazetteer reference point (-37.8132, 144.9630): ≈ 50 km.
- Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) → Townsville, city gazetteer reference point (-19.2590, 146.8169): ≈ 5 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
Cheapest month from Melbourne to Townsville: November 2026, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €76 | 21 |
| December 2026 | €76 | 31 |
| January 2027 | €76 | 23 |
| February 2027 | €92 | 5 |
| March 2027 | €76 | 31 |
| April 2027 | €82 | 30 |
| May 2027 | €76 | 14 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Melbourne to Townsville: Tuesday, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €82 | 21 |
| Tuesday | €76 | 22 |
| Wednesday | €76 | 23 |
| Thursday | €101 | 23 |
| Friday | €76 | 23 |
| Saturday | €76 | 22 |
| Sunday | €92 | 21 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Melbourne to Townsville by days until departure (31 to 60 days): €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 30 days | €122 | 10 |
| 31 to 60 days | €76 | 30 |
| 61 days or more | €76 | 115 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Melbourne to Townsville: Jetstar, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Jetstar | €76Nov 25, 2026 | 6 |
| Virgin Australia | €155Nov 25, 2026 | 6 |
| Qantas | €177Dec 8, 2026 | 6 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Melbourne to Townsville?
The lowest fare we have observed is €76, found on 20 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Townsville?
Cheapest month from Melbourne to Townsville: November 2026, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Townsville?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with Jetstar.
Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Townsville?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.
Which airlines had non-stop offers on at least 3 departure dates from Melbourne to Townsville?
For Melbourne to Townsville, examples of observed one-way non-stop offers checked within the last 14 days: Jetstar (6). Each number counts distinct departure dates, not weekly flights; check current availability in search.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Melbourne to Townsville?
Cheapest day of the week from Melbourne to Townsville: Tuesday, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Melbourne to Townsville?
Cheapest airline from Melbourne to Townsville: Jetstar, from €76 (checked 20 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 20 Oct 2026