Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from TRY 4,260 and round-trip from TRY 6,892. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Cairns to Townsville are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport, the best time to buy is in August, with an average price of TRY 8,459. You’ll want to avoid July, when the average price can reach as high as TRY 11,352.

TRY 11,352
TRY 9,906
TRY 8,459
TRY 7,013
    Cheapest
  • TRY 10,172
    Nov
  • TRY 8,971
    Dec
  • TRY 11,231
    Jan
  • TRY 9,691
    Feb
  • TRY 9,703
    Mar
  • TRY 9,305
    Apr
  • TRY 9,966
    May
  • TRY 9,375
    Jun
  • TRY 11,352
    Jul
  • TRY 8,459
    Aug
  • TRY 9,649
    Sep
  • TRY 9,373
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Monday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

TRY 11,228
TRY 10,045
TRY 8,861
TRY 7,678
  • TRY 11,228
    Mon
  • TRY 8,861
    Tue
  • TRY 11,079
    Wed
  • TRY 10,741
    Thu
  • TRY 9,168
    Fri
  • TRY 8,895
    Sat
  • TRY 9,678
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport is Regional Express Airlines (from TRY 6,247) among 5 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Regional Express Airlines
From TRY 6,247
Virgin Australia
From TRY 8,324
Qantas Airways
From TRY 22,925
Jetstar Airways
From TRY 23,368
Airnorth
From TRY 40,045

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What is the flight schedule from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Cairns to Townsville and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. QF2357

    3:00 PM

    CNS

    1h

    4:00 PM

    TSV

    S M T W T - S
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  2. QF2351

    6:10 PM

    CNS

    1h

    7:10 PM

    TSV

    S M T W T - S
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  3. QF2349

    8:55 AM

    CNS

    1h

    9:55 AM

    TSV

    S M T W T F S
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  4. QF2345

    1:25 PM

    CNS

    1h

    2:25 PM

    TSV

    - M - W T F -
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  5. QF2355

    6:35 AM

    CNS

    1h

    7:35 AM

    TSV

    S M T W T F -
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  6. ZL5423

    8:05 AM

    CNS

    1h

    9:05 AM

    TSV

    - - - - - - S
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  7. QF2359

    7:10 PM

    CNS

    1h

    8:10 PM

    TSV

    - - - - - - S
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  8. ZL5441

    4:10 PM

    CNS

    1h

    5:10 PM

    TSV

    - - - W - - -
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  9. ZL5417

    7:15 AM

    CNS

    1h

    8:15 AM

    TSV

    - M - - - - -
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  10. VA776

    9:15 AM

    CNS

    2h 20m

    Nonstop

    11:35 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F -
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  11. JQ908

    12:30 PM

    BNE

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    2:40 PM

    TSV

    - - - W T F S
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About Cairns Intl. Airport and Townsville Airport

Learn about Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) and Townsville Airport (TSV) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 285.95 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price TRY 4,260
Cheapest return ticket price TRY 6,892

FAQs for Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport?

    Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport takes about 45 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 4 daily flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport departs at 06:35, and the last departs at 21:05, with about 13 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around TRY 10,912 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at 06:30 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 07:25.
  • The latest flight departs from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at 17:50 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 18:45.
    • The distance from Townsville Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Townsville Airport (TSV) is Palm Island Airport. The distance is around 58 km.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 370 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport currently start from TRY 4,860, and round-trip fares start from TRY 6,892. The current lowest fare is a Qantas Airways flight departing on Fri, Dec 11; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, SmartLynx Airlines and Regional Express operate direct flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport, with an average flight time of 45 minutes, and around 34 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport is TRY 12,529. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • SmartLynx Airlines are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport, with one-way fares starting from TRY 4,860. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Intl. Airport to Townsville Airport operates around 34 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, SmartLynx Airlines and Regional Express. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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