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      Flight deals from Canberra to Townsville

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$536. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Townsville.C$254 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 15.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Tue., Sep. 15, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$254, select.
      Townsville.C$258 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 27.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sun., Jun. 27, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$258, select.
      Townsville.C$268 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 31.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat., Oct. 31, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$268, select.
      Townsville.C$268 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 11.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Fri., Dec. 11, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$268, select.
      Townsville.C$268 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 15.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Thu., Apr. 15, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$268, select.
      Townsville.C$269 per passenger.Departing Thu., Nov. 19.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Thu., Nov. 19, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$269, select.
      Townsville.C$269 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jan. 2.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat., Jan. 2, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$269, select.
      Townsville.C$269 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 16.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Tue., Mar. 16, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$269, select.
      Townsville.C$269 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 20.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat., Feb. 20, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$269, select.
      Townsville.C$298 per passenger.Departing Sat., Aug. 22.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat., Aug. 22, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$298, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Townsville

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Canberra to Townsville flights are currently cheapest in September.
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      from C$298
      Sep.
      from C$254
      Oct.
      from C$268
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      from C$269
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      from C$268
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      from C$269
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      Canberra to Townsville: Alternative routes

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      Canberra to Townsville: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundC$254
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Townsville: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Townsville is C$497. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Canberra to Townsville. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$497.
      As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Canberra to Townsville.
      The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Townsville is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport on Monday, October 19, 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Canberra Airport and Townsville Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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.

      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.

      Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Townsville.

      Traveling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know

      • Traveling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • If you want a stopover for your flight from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between CBR and TSV:

        • Adelaide Airport

        • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

        • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

      • You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Australia. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from CBR to TSV.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Townsville Airport (TSV)

      • C$254 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport. Return flights start at C$497. These fares may change based on availability.

      • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from CBR to TSV, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

      • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport.

      • Snapping up a cheap ticket from CBR to TSV is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

      • Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

      Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)

      • The journey from central Canberra to Canberra Airport takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

      • Searching for a convenient hotel near CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

      Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)

      • If you have a late flight from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TSV:

      Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville

      • Townsville Airport to central Townsville takes around 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

      • It takes roughly 1 hour and 25 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

      When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)

      • July is the busiest month for flights from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Townsville in February.

      • When booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Townsville Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. December is the warmest month in Townsville, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 31ºC.

      • July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CBR to TSV sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

      More about Townsville

      • After locking in your flights from CBR to TSV, you'll need to find a place to stay in Townsville. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:

      • The Strand Beach and Castle Hill are just two of the top attractions to add to your Townsville travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

      Complete your Townsville trip with hotels and a car rental

      • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Townsville Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Townsville trip.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Canberra to Townsville

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.