Flying from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ROK to TSV flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Mackay Airport is a well-known stop between ROK and TSV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to Townsville Airport (TSV)
Right now, C$233 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$465. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ROK to TSV, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport.
Handy information about Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
Of the flights that depart from Rockhampton Airport, 67.08% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Rockhampton Airport from central Rockhampton, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ROK:
Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)
Consider booking a hotel near TSV if you have a late Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Townsville Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Townsville's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Townsville Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville
From Townsville Airport, Townsville is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Townsville in February.
The warmest month in Townsville is December, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Rockhampton Airport to Townsville Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ROK to TSV in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north of Townsville, a trip to Cairns will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium.
Around 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville, Mackay is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach.
