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Flights from Darwin to Townsville

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Cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Townsville

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: 25 Jan - 31 Jan
Flights from just £140
£245
£176
£140
NovemberJanuary
Flight Duration7 h and 20 mFlights between Darwin and Townsville take, on average, 7 h and 20 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Origin airportDarwin International AirportWhen flying from Darwin to Townsville
Destination airportTownsville AirportFor the route from Darwin to Townsville
High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Darwin to Townsville
Airlines flying this routeAirnorthAirline(s) with flights between Darwin to Townsville
One-way average Price£295The average price for a flight Darwin - Townsville at Opodo is £295, based on the price of last 6 months
Best time to bookDecemberAccording to real data June is the most popular time to book a flight to Townsville when departing from Darwin
Exchange rate
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Last checked on Tue 10/11
Distance: 1,158 mi

Book your Darwin to Townsville flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Darwin to Townsville (Australia) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

Flying non-stop from Darwin to Townsville takes roughly 3 h and 25 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Darwin–Townsville route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

The weather in Townsville

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Townsville, temperatures average around 32ºC in the warmest months and roughly 15ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

  • Highs: up to 32ºC
  • Lows: down to 14ºC
  • Hottest month: December
  • Coldest month: July
  • Driest month: September
  • Wettest month: February

Tips for cheaper flights from Darwin to Townsville

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Darwin to Townsville:

  • Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
  • Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Townsville. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Darwin to Townsville

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Darwin to Townsville?
When you fly from Darwin to Townsville the average price is £295. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Darwin to Townsville at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Darwin to Townsville. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
When is the best time to book a flight from Darwin to Townsville?
The most popular months to book a flight from Darwin to Townsville are June, October and July, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Darwin to Townsville?
The best time of the year to go to Townsville when flying from Darwin depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Townsville from Darwin in terms of searches from our customer, followed by June and September. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, January and March are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Darwin - Townsville.
How long does the flight take to go from Darwin to Townsville?
The total flight time between Darwin and Townsville is of around 7 h and 20 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,158.29 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Townsville compared to Darwin?
While in Darwin temperatures can reach an average of 29º ºC in summer, Townsville can experience temperatures up to 28º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 20º ºC in Townsville, compared to the 24º ºC average in Darwin.

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