MelbournetoTownsvilleFlight Time
MEL–TSV · Nonstop
Melbourne (Melbourne Airport) to Townsville (Townsville Airport).
The estimated flight time from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV) is about 3h 13m, covering 1,278 miles. Jetstar and Qantas fly the route nonstop with 1-2/day departures, from 11:05 to 17:25 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~3h 13m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 1,278 mi | Nonstop | 1-2/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Melbourne to Townsville
Jetstar and Qantas operate 1-2/day flights from MEL to TSV. Departures leave from Terminals 4 and 1 at MEL.
- First departure
- 11:05
- Last departure
- 17:25
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Scheduled departure times
- 4
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetstar | 1/day | Airbus A320 family · Terminal 4 · Seat map | 14:35 |
Aircraft on this route
Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for MEL, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 10 scheduled departures across 5 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 Melbourne to Townsville?
The estimated flight time from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV) is about 3h 13m, based on the 1,278-mile flying distance.
How far is Melbourne from Townsville?
Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV) is about 1,278 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Melbourne to Townsville?
Yes. Jetstar and Qantas fly nonstop from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV), with 1-2/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Townsville?
Jetstar and Qantas fly nonstop from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV).
What aircraft fly from Melbourne to Townsville?
The MEL–TSV route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Embraer E-Jet.