Cheap flights from Cairns to Townsville from $141
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Townsville
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Townsville?
If you are unable to visit Townsville during the month of July, then departing from Cairns during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $384.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Townsville?
Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Townsville. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $350. Flights from Cairns to Townsville on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $499. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Townsville?
Our data shows that the cheapest Cairns to Townsville flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Townsville in the afternoon for as low as $412. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $439 on average. Flights to Townsville from Cairns in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Cairns to Townsville flight route?
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What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Townsville flights?
There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Townsville flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How have Cairns to Townsville flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for Cairns to Townsville flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Townsville on average per day?
9 flights are operational daily from Cairns to Townsville as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 56% of flights per day taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Townsville on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 65 flights per week flying from Cairns to Townsville. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Cairns to Townsville by plane?
Townsville is 282.4 km away from Cairns. Typically, this will take 0h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Townsville Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Townsville Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Townsville Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Townsville?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairns to Townsville is De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q, representing 60.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Saab SF340 at 21.82%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 3.64%, and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 3.64%.
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Townsville?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cairns to Townsville is Qantas Airways (76% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Rex (24%).
Best airlines flying from Cairns to Townsville
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cairns to Townsville with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $145 | Free cancellation | Rating 9.4 27 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $310 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews |
Rex Flights From Cairns to Townsville
Across 1 Rex flight from Cairns to Townsville this week, the average price was $200, with the best Rex deals starting from $94 round-trip. 27 users have rated Rex on momondo, with an average score of 9.4/10.
Qantas Airways Flights From Cairns to Townsville
$202 is the best Qantas Airways flight deal from Cairns to Townsville found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Qantas Airways ticket price found was closer to $292, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 854 user reviews) flies into Townsville from Cairns 30 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Can I find flights from Cairns to Townsville with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Townsville from Cairns which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Townsville right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Townsville, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Townsville from Cairns and alert you when they change.