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Cheapest return flight
$691
Typical prices: $652-$986
Airnorth
Sun 14/10Sun 21/10
TSV - DRW • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$413
Typical prices: $337-$568
Virgin Australia
Tue 18/12
TSV - DRW • 1 stop
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Airnorth. Average duration is 3h 00m
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Brisbane (BNE)
Cheapest • Avg $825 (return)
Cairns (CNS)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Townsville to Darwin (TSV-DRW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Townsville to Darwin

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Airnorth Logo
15:05 - 17:35TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
3h 00mdirect
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11:05 - 14:25DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
2h 50mdirect
$691Airnorth
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Airnorth Logo
15:05 - 17:35TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
3h 00mdirect
Airnorth Logo
11:05 - 14:25DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
2h 50mdirect
$692Airnorth
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 00:20TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
27h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
01:15 - 20:15DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$693Jetstar
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 00:20TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
27h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
01:15 - 20:15DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$696Jetstar
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 00:20TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
27h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:05 - 14:25DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
2h 50mdirect
$705Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
06:05 - 13:35TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
8h 00m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:20 - 21:45DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
6h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$793Virgin Australia
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 23:30TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
12h 20m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:15 - 14:30DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
12h 45m1 stop Brisbane
$794Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
06:05 - 13:45TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
8h 10m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:05 - 21:45DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
7h 10m1 stop Brisbane
$796Virgin Australia
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
06:05 - 13:35TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
8h 00m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:20 - 08:15DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
17h 25m1 stop Brisbane
$873Virgin Australia
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Airnorth Logo
11:00 - 13:30TSV  Townsville-DRW Darwin
3h 00mdirect
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07:00 - 10:20DRW  Darwin-TSV Townsville
2h 50mdirect
$960Airnorth
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Townsville to Darwin flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Townsville to Darwin with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Townsville to Darwin?

Return flights from Townsville to Darwin start at $691. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $652 to $986. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $691 on Airnorth.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Townsville to Darwin and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Darwin at $594 return.
  • June ($1,167) and August ($999) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Townsville to Darwin flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$413
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Townsville to Darwin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Townsville to Darwin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Townsville to Darwin flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Townsville to Darwin?

    Only Airnorth operates flights between Townsville and Darwin.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Townsville to Darwin?

    Flights from Townsville to Darwin usually depart from Townsville (TSV) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Townsville to Darwin flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Airnorth: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Townsville to Darwin?

    On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at $803 return and stopover options via Brisbane (BNE) at $825.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    The Embraer 170 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Townsville to Darwin pass through?

    One-stop flights from Townsville to Darwin most commonly connect through:

    • Brisbane (BNE) – 95% of one-stop connections
    • Cairns (CNS) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Brisbane (BNE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Townsville to Darwin route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $728 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $999, a difference of $270. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Darwin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Darwin are Darwin Waterfront, Crocosaurus Cove, and Fort Hill Wharf. These are among the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Townsville to Darwin?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Townsville to Darwin:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:00 and lands at 14:00
    • Latest: departs at 15:20 and lands at 18:20.

    The flight takes about 3h 00m.

  • How long is a flight from Townsville to Darwin?

    A direct flight from Townsville to Darwin takes 3h 00m, covering 2,992 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Townsville to Darwin?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Townsville to Darwin 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 $691 to $3,270. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Townsville to Darwin looking right now?

    One-way fares from Townsville to Darwin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $551, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Townsville to Darwin?

    Flying via Cairns (CNS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 40m, compared to 8h 04m via Brisbane (BNE) and 23h 17m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • Which car hire options are available at Darwin Airport (DRW)?

    Darwin Airport (DRW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

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

    Return flights from Townsville to Darwin range from $652 to $986, with an average of $764 over the past 12 months. Anything below $652 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Townsville to Darwin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $728 – about $270 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Townsville to Darwin trip for December. Fares historically average $594 return in that month – typically $573 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Darwin Airport.
    - Quality Hotel Darwin Airport
    - Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
    - Discovery Parks - Darwin

Prefer to fly direct from Townsville to Darwin?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Townsville Airport to Darwin Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Townsville to Darwin

Monday

Airnorth

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Wednesday

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Airnorth

Friday

Airnorth

Airnorth

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Direct returns

Darwin to Townsville

Monday

Airnorth

Airnorth

Wednesday

Airnorth

Airnorth

Friday

Airnorth

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