Which airports can I use when flying from Townsville to Canberra?

Flights from Townsville to Canberra usually depart from Townsville (TSV) and arrive at Canberra (CBR).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Townsville to Canberra?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Townsville to Canberra.

Which airports do connecting flights from Townsville to Canberra pass through?

Most connecting flights from Townsville to Canberra pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Townsville to Canberra?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Townsville to Canberra. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $552 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $641, a difference of $89. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Canberra?

Some of the most popular sights in Canberra are Civic Square, Floriade, and National Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Canberra on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Townsville to Canberra?

A direct flight from Townsville to Canberra takes 00m, covering 2,897 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Townsville to Canberra?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Townsville to Canberra changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $534 to $1,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Townsville to Canberra looking right now?

One-way fares from Townsville to Canberra are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $461, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Townsville and Canberra?

Canberra is 1 hour ahead of Townsville (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Canberra Airport (CBR)?

Canberra Airport (CBR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Thrifty • Budget • Sixt • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Townsville to Canberra flight?

Return flights from Townsville to Canberra range from $550 to $679, with an average of $592 over the past 12 months. Anything below $550 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Townsville to Canberra?

Return flights from Townsville to Canberra typically range from $550 to $679. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $534 on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Townsville to Canberra?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Townsville to Canberra. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Canberra?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Canberra at $542 return. •December ($659) and July ($655) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Townsville to Canberra?

Jetstar ($534) and Virgin Australia ($585) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Townsville to Canberra according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Townsville to Canberra?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $616. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Townsville to Canberra, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Townsville to Canberra stopovers at 3h 16m over the past 3 months.

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Recent return flight deals from Townsville to Canberra

Sun, 6 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

20:05 - 11:40TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

14h 35m1 stop Melbourne

17:15 - 09:10CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

16h 55m1 stop Brisbane

$534Jetstar

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

11:40 - 18:00TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 20m1 stop Brisbane

06:30 - 10:55CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$585Virgin Australia

Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

12:20 - 21:45CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

10h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$587Virgin Australia

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

12:20 - 16:30CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$603Virgin Australia

Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

12:20 - 16:30CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$603Virgin Australia

Sat, 28 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

11:40 - 18:00TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 20m1 stop Brisbane

07:55 - 13:30CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

6h 35m1 stop Melbourne

$604Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

07:55 - 13:30CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

6h 35m1 stop Melbourne

$604Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

12:20 - 16:30CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$606Virgin Australia

Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

08:55 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

13h 20m1 stop Brisbane

12:20 - 21:45CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

10h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$613Virgin Australia

Tue, 22 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec

14:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

8h 00m1 stop Brisbane

06:30 - 10:55CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$625Virgin Australia

Recent last minute flight deals from Townsville to Canberra

Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

17:15 - 23:15TSV Townsville-CBR Canberra

5h 00m1 stop Brisbane

06:30 - 10:55CBR Canberra-TSV Townsville

5h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$693Virgin Australia

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov