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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?
In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $297. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $323.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $354. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $424.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the evening. Flights from Townsville to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $382. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,228. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest Townsville to Melbourne flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Townsville when booking 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $375 when searching 25 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Townsville for as low as $281 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Townsville to Melbourne flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Townsville to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Townsville to Melbourne?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Townsville to Melbourne
Which airlines fly to Melbourne?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Townsville according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 84% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Townsville to Melbourne on average per day?
1 flights are operational daily from Townsville to Melbourne as of April 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 20:00, with 66% of flights per day taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from Townsville to Melbourne on average per week?
As of April 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Townsville to Melbourne. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 30% of flights taking off on this day.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Townsville to Melbourne
Best price found | $111 |
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Fastest flight time | 3h 10m |
Direct flights | Mon, Thu, Fri and Sun |
Airports in Melbourne | 2 airports |
How far is Townsville to Melbourne by plane?
Townsville and Melbourne are 2068.3 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 3h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Townsville Airport to Melbourne as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Townsville Airport to Melbourne?
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 Townsville Airport to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Best airlines flying from Townsville to Melbourne
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PriceFrom $207 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 437 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $292 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 815 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $314 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 395 reviews |
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Can I find flights from Townsville to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Townsville to Melbourne on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Townsville to Melbourne?
Once all potential Townsville to Melbourne flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Townsville to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Melbourne from Townsville. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.