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Thu, 16 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
CNS - TSV
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
TSV - CNS
298$
280$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 6 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
CNS - TSV
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
TSV - CNS
301$
282$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 15 May - Tue, 19 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas AirwaysDirect
CNS - TSV
Qantas Airways
Qantas AirwaysDirect
TSV - CNS
504$
494$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 23 Apr
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
CNS - TSV
149$
137$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 12 Apr
Regional Express
Regional ExpressDirect
CNS - TSV
150$
141$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 21 May
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
CNS - TSV
242$
235$
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Mon, 18 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas AirwaysDirect
CNS - TSV
250$
245$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 30 Apr
Qantas Airways
Qantas AirwaysDirect
CNS - TSV
250$
245$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Townsville

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of June. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
40%Trains in Townsville are 40% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$5.00
Townsville$3.10
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%The average meal is 40% more expensive in Townsville than in Cairns.
Cairns$22.00
Townsville$30.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
50%Taxis are 50% more expensive in Townsville than in Cairns.
Cairns$3.70
Townsville$5.50
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
20%Coffee in Townsville is 20% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$6.25
Townsville$5.00
Distance: 281 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms
Townsville airports
Townsville Airport - RAAF Townsville (TSV)How far from city centre: 13 kms

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When do you want to depart from Cairns? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Townsville. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Cairns to Townsville and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Townsville

How long does the flight take to go from Cairns to Townsville?
The total flight time between Cairns and Townsville is of around 55 minutes on average, considering an average distance of 281.06 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cairns to Townsville?
When you fly from Cairns to Townsville the average price is $388.15. 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 Cairns to Townsville at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cairns to Townsville is $137. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Townsville expensive to visit compared to Cairns?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Townsville costs an average of 5.50 AUD, 49% more expensive than Cairns, with a fare of 3.70 AUD,
while train tickets costs 38% less in Townsville: 3.10 AUD against 5.00 AUD in Cairns.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 30.00 AUD in Townsville, 36% more than the 22.00 AUD in Cairns.
The price of the coffee is around 20% cheaper in Townsville, with an average of 5.00 AUD, while in Cairns the coffee costs 6.25 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cairns to Townsville?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Cairns. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Townsville compared to Cairns?
While in Cairns temperatures can reach an average of 21.95 ºC in summer, Townsville's temperatures can rise to 20.21666666666667 ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 27.85 ºC in Townsville, compared to the 27.42 ºC average in Cairns.

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