Townsville to Melbourne (TSV–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
TSV–MEL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Jetstar and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 1,278 miles in approximately 3h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JQ Jetstar | 7 | 321 | 3h13 | – | – | – |
| QF Qantas | 6 | E90 | 3h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Melbourne from Townsville
| Metric | TSV→MEL | PPP→MEL | HTI→MEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TSV | – | 144 mi | 161 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 14 | 12 |
| Flight time | 3h 12m | 3h | 3h |
Travel Essentials
TSV: AEST · MEL: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Townsville, it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne.
SkyBus runs to Southern Cross Station in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24), operating 24/7. Tickets can be bought on the bus, app, or counter in arrivals. Suburban stops are available on selected services.Taxis from the rank cost AUD $55–75 to the CBD (30–40 min, more in traffic). Uber: AUD $35–55. Rental car desks are in the terminal; the off-airport option (cheaper) requires a shuttle. No suburban train exists yet; the airport is not on Melbourne's rail network. Myki transit cards do not cover MEL.
Melbourne's weather is famously variable. "Four seasons in one day" is a local cliché with real operational meaning. The city sits on Port Phillip Bay in a temperate zone. Summer (December–February) averages 25–30°C but can spike above 40°C during northerly heat events. These extreme heat days occasionally cause ground crew restrictions.
Winter (June–August) is cool at 7–14°C with rain and low cloud. Fog-related delays are occasional but not severe. Thunderstorms are most common October through March. Pack layers year-round. The weather changes rapidly. Disruption risk is low by global standards.
TSV–MEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TSV to MEL
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are connected by nonstop service from Jetstar and Qantas. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TSV to MEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TSV to MEL is about 3 hours 12 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,278 miles (2,056 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sydney Kingsford Smith, Brisbane and Cairns. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Proserpine (PPP), Hamilton Island (HTI) and Cairns (CNS).