CairnstoTownsvilleFlight Time
CNS–TSV · Nonstop
Cairns (Cairns Airport) to Townsville (Townsville Airport).
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV) is about 57m, covering 176 miles. Qantas and Rex Regional Express fly the route nonstop with 3-4/day departures.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~0h 57m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 176 mi | Nonstop | 3-4/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Cairns to Townsville
Qantas and Rex Regional Express operate 3-4/day flights from CNS to TSV.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qantas | 3-4/day | Bombardier Q400 | — |
| Rex Regional Express | 2×/wk | Saab 340B | — |
Aircraft on this route
Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for CNS, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 24 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Cairns to Townsville?
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV) is about 57m, based on the 176-mile flying distance.
How far is Cairns from Townsville?
Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV) is about 176 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Townsville?
Yes. Qantas and Rex Regional Express fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV), with 3-4/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Townsville?
Qantas and Rex Regional Express fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV).
What aircraft fly from Cairns to Townsville?
The CNS–TSV route is flown with Bombardier Q400, Saab 340B.