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Cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville from $316

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Darwin to Townsville departing on 21/1. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 22:30
DRW
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TSV
7h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:05 - 13:45
TSV
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DRW
8h 10m1 stop
$726Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 22:30
DRW
-
TSV
7h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:05 - 13:45
TSV
-
DRW
8h 10m1 stop
$880Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 22:30
DRW
-
TSV
7h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 23:55
TSV
-
DRW
30h 55m2 stops
$889Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 22:30
DRW
-
TSV
7h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 23:55
TSV
-
DRW
33h 50m2 stops
$990Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
07:30 - 15:50
DRW
-
TSV
7h 50m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:45 - 17:05
TSV
-
DRW
2h 50mdirect
$1,071Qantas Airways
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 19:40
DRW
-
TSV
12h 25m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:45 - 17:05
TSV
-
DRW
2h 50mdirect
$1,129Qantas Airways
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Airnorth Logo
12:00 - 15:10
DRW
-
TSV
2h 40mdirect
Airnorth Logo
14:45 - 17:05
TSV
-
DRW
2h 50mdirect
$1,240Airnorth
Wed, 31 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
17:35 - 08:20
DRW
-
TSV
14h 15m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 23:55
TSV
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DRW
33h 50m2 stops
$1,264Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Airnorth Logo
12:00 - 15:10
DRW
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TSV
2h 40mdirect
Airnorth Logo
14:45 - 17:05
TSV
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DRW
2h 50mdirect
$1,267Airnorth
Wed, 31 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 15:10
DRW
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TSV
2h 40mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 19:45
TSV
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DRW
47h 20m3 stops
$1,308Multiple Airlines
Wed, 31 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Townsville

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Darwin to Townsville flight tickets
Virgin Australia
26 Apr
DRW14:35Darwin
7h 25m
1 stop
TSV22:30Townsville
27 Apr
TSV06:05Townsville
8h 10m
1 stop
DRW13:45Darwin
$726
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Virgin Australia
26 Apr
DRW14:35Darwin
7h 25m
1 stop
TSV22:30Townsville
27 Apr
TSV06:05Townsville
8h 10m
1 stop
DRW13:45Darwin
$880
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Virgin Australia
26 Apr
DRW14:35Darwin
7h 25m
1 stop
TSV22:30Townsville
27 Apr
TSV17:30Townsville
30h 55m
2 stops
DRW23:55Darwin
$889
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Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Townsville

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Darwin to Townsville flight tickets
Qantas Airways
26 Apr
DRW07:30Darwin
7h 50m
1 stop
TSV15:50Townsville
27 Apr
TSV14:45Townsville
2h 50m
DRW17:05Darwin
$1,071
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Qantas Airways
26 Apr
DRW06:45Darwin
12h 25m
1 stop
TSV19:40Townsville
27 Apr
TSV14:45Townsville
2h 50m
DRW17:05Darwin
$1,129
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Qantas Airways
31 Dec
DRW12:00Darwin
2h 40m
TSV15:10Townsville
2 Jan
TSV17:30Townsville
18h 50m
1 stop
DRW11:50Darwin
$1,365
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin to Townsville 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
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Depart

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Price

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$726

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$880

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

17:30-23:55

2 stops30h 55m

$889

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

14:35-22:30

1 stop7h 25m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

14:35-23:55

2 stops33h 50m

$990

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

07:30-15:50

1 stop7h 50m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$1,071

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

06:45-19:40

1 stop12h 25m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$1,129

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 31/12

12:00-15:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 2/1

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$1,240

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 26/4

17:35-08:20

2 stops14h 15m

Townsville

Mon 27/4

14:35-23:55

2 stops33h 50m

$1,264

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 31/12

12:00-15:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 2/1

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$1,267

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 31/12

12:00-15:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Sun 4/1

20:55-19:45

3 stops47h 20m

$1,308

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Darwin 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 February, then departing from Darwin during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $597.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Townsville?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Townsville. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $703. Flights from Darwin to Townsville on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,296. 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 Darwin to Townsville flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Townsville in the morning for as low as $755. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $813 on average. Flights to Townsville from Darwin at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Darwin to Townsville flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Darwin to Townsville flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Darwin to Townsville flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Darwin to Townsville flight.

How have Darwin to Townsville flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Darwin to Townsville flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Darwin to Townsville

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Darwin to Townsville according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Darwin to Townsville (DRW to TSV) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Darwin to Townsville

Best price found

$284

Fastest flight time

2h 40m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu and Sat

Airports in Townsville

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Townsville from Darwin in the past 72 hours is $284. The best return flight deal from Darwin to Townsville found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $635.
The fastest flight from Darwin to Townsville takes 2h 40m
Direct flights go from Darwin to Townsville on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Airnorth..
There is 1 airport in Townsville. From Darwin there are direct flights to Townsville (TSV).
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  • How far is Darwin to Townsville by plane?

    Darwin and Townsville are 1864.3 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 2h 40m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport?

    Prices for flights from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Darwin Airport to Townsville Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Townsville Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Townsville Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Townsville Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Darwin to Townsville?

  • What is the most popular airline from Darwin to Townsville?

Best airlines flying from Darwin to Townsville

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Airline
Rating
Free cancellation
Price
AirnorthPriceFrom $543Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $593Free cancellationRating
7.6
428 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,090Free cancellationRating
7.5
946 reviews
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  • Qantas Airways Flights From Darwin to Townsville

    Qantas Airways flies from Darwin to Townsville around 1 time per week, with 946 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest Qantas Airways deal from Darwin to Townsville in the last 72 hours was $1,090 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $1,290 for Qantas Airways flights on this route.

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Townsville from Darwin which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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