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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $272. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Townsville.$262 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.

Townsville.$272 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Townsville.$277 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Sun, 30 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.

Townsville.$277 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.

Townsville.$278 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Townsville.$278 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Townsville.$278 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Townsville.$278 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Townsville.$279 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

Townsville.$280 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

Townsville.$280 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

Townsville.$284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr, returning Sat, 17 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.

Townsville.$285 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Townsville.$286 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Townsville.$286 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 13 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Sun, 13 Jun, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Townsville.$286 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Brisbane on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Townsville on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

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Brisbane to Townsville: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$262
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	298

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Townsville: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Brisbane to Townsville?

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Townsville is $262. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Brisbane to Townsville?

2 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to Townsville.

Which airlines fly direct from Brisbane to Townsville?

Qantas, Air New Zealand and Qatar Airways fly direct from Brisbane to Townsville.

How many flights are there a week from Brisbane to Townsville?

As of July 2026, there are 298 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Townsville.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Townsville?

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Townsville is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport on Thursday, 4 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 7 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Townsville?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Townsville but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Townsville?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Townsville is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Brisbane Airport to Townsville with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Townsville.

Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Brisbane and Townsville are in the UTC+10 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of 83 weekly Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight available. Virgin Australia Regional operates the latest service of the day at 21:35.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BNE to TSV flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Townsville (and then other parts of Australia) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
Qantas is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Virgin Australia is the most punctual carrier that operates BNE to TSV flights. An exceptional 85.11% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport. These are the top stopovers between BNE and TSV:
- Sydney Airport
- Cairns Airport
- Mackay Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV)

Currently, $123 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $262. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BNE to TSV, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BNE to TSV.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

65% of flights that take off from Brisbane Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BNE:

Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)

If you're landing on a late Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TSV:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Townsville Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Townsville's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Townsville Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)

The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Townsville based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Townsville Airport for January if you'd like to visit Townsville during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BNE to TSV around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

Cairns is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Townsville. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, consider Mackay, about 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville. Lamberts Lookout, Bluewater Trail and Bucasia Beach are among the biggest draws.