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Cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Townsville

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Distance: 1,682 km

Sydney airports

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)How far from city centre: 8 km

Townsville airports

Book your flight from Sydney to Townsville

Find direct and indirect flights from Sydney to Townsville (Australia) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €75, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from Sydney to Townsville takes around 2 h and 40 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Sydney and Townsville

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

Departure airport: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Weather in Townsville

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Townsville, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 15ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

Highs: up to 32ºC
Lows: down to 14ºC
Hottest month: December
Coldest month: July
Driest month: September
Wettest month: February

How to save when flying from Sydney to Townsville

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Sydney to Townsville:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Townsville. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Sydney to Townsville

On average, what is the price of a Sydney to Townsville flight?

When flying from Sydney to Townsville the average price will be €168. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.

For flights from Sydney to Townsville, how can I find the cheapest price?

On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Sydney and Townsville. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.

When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Sydney to Townsville flights?

The most popular month for flights from Sydney to Townsville are: June, September and August.

When is the best time to travel from Sydney to Townsville?

A good period of the year to visit Townsville from Sydney really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, March is the best month to fly to Townsville from Sydney, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by July and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds February, August and November are the months with fewer searches for the route Sydney - Townsville.

What is the duration of a flight from Sydney to Townsville?

Flight time, on average, from Sydney to Townsville is usually 2 h and 40 m on average, at an average distance of 1,682.31 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

What is the weather like in Townsville compared to Sydney?

The average temperature in Sydney is 23º degrees in summer. Townsville reaches 28º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 20º degrees in Townsville, compared to the 14º average degrees in Sydney.

What airlines fly from Sydney to Townsville?

Airlines that have direct flight routes from Sydney to Townsville are:

Jetstar.
Qantas Airways.

Virgin Australia

Jetstar

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