Cheap Flights from Townsville to Melbourne from $70

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Melbourne (TSV-MEL)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as $70 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. TSV to MEL on Wed, Sep 16), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $170 departing on Mon, Aug 31 and returning on Mon, Sep 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Townsville to Melbourne with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 6 minutes to fly from Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL).

• When is the best time to book flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Townsville to Melbourne?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 19 flight per week flying from Townsville to Melbourne. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Jetstar Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JQ917 (20:46)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Townsville to Melbourne?

  To find best deals on flights from Townsville to Melbourne, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 16, with one-way flights priced at just $70.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Melbourne travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Townsville (TSV) to Melbourne (MEL) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Townsville to Melbourne is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Townsville to Melbourne on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Townsville to Melbourne on August 19, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at $70.

• Which airports can I fly to for Melbourne from Townsville?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Melbourne, with Townsville Airport to Melbourne Airport (TSV-MEL) is by far the most common option on this route: Melbourne Airport (MEL) Avalon Airport (AVV) Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport (MBW) Essendon Airport (MEB).

• Is there any time difference between Townsville and Melbourne?

  The time difference between Melbourne and Townsville is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Townsville to Melbourne?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Townsville to Melbourne is $236. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Townsville to Melbourne?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Townsville to Melbourne is $372. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Townsville to Melbourne on Trip.com?

  Enter Townsville and Melbourne, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Townsville to Melbourne route?

  Jetstar Airwaysare the most popular budget airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.