How long is the flight from New Zealand to Townsville?

Airlines like Jetstar and Qantas Airways fly from New Zealand to Townsville in about 11h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 15m. The distance from New Zealand to Townsville is about 3359 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Townsville ranges from 10.0 - 290.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 290.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Townsville when rainfall is around 10.0 mm. Find deals

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Townsville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C). Find deals

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Townsville?

Consider Qantas Airways, Jetstar or Emirates when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from New Zealand to Townsville.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Townsville from New Zealand?

Townsville (TSV), located 4.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Townsville.

Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Townsville that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Townsville flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Townsville?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Townsville.

Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Townsville?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Townsville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$861+ Cheap Flights from New Zealand to Townsville

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Townsville

Round-trip from	$861
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,156

Jetstar
2/12-9/12
2 total stops
33h 05m total
New Zealand to Townsville

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($240 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Townsville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Townsville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 October 2025.

Tue 2/1219:30AKL - TSV

1 stop16h 40mJetstar

Tue 9/1209:45TSV - AKL

1 stop16h 25mJetstar

Deal found 18/10$861

Tue 2/1212:30AKL - TSV

2 stops11h 25mQantas Airways

Tue 9/1211:45TSV - AKL

2 stops16h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 18/10$1,770

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Tue 2/1219:30AKL - TSV

1 stop16h 40mJetstar

Tue 9/1209:45TSV - AKL

1 stop16h 25mJetstar

Deal found 18/10$861

Tue 2/1212:30AKL - TSV

2 stops11h 25mQantas Airways

Tue 9/1211:45TSV - AKL

2 stops16h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 18/10$1,770

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Tue 2/12

19:30-09:10

1 stop16h 40m

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Tue 9/12

09:45-05:10

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AKL - TSV

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Auckland Intl

Tue 2/12

12:30-20:55

2 stops11h 25m

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Tue 9/12

11:45-07:35

2 stops16h 50m

$1,770

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Townsville?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Townsville (average of $564). Flying from New Zealand to Townsville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $911). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to TSV?

When flying from New Zealand to Townsville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from New Zealand to Townsville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

516 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

421 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

922 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

476 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,380 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Townsville from New Zealand?
Townsville (TSV), located 4.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Townsville.
How long is the flight from New Zealand to Townsville?
Airlines like Jetstar and Qantas Airways fly from New Zealand to Townsville in about 11h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 15m. The distance from New Zealand to Townsville is about 3359 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Townsville that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Townsville flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Townsville?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Townsville.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Townsville?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Townsville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Townsville?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Townsville (average of $564). Flying from New Zealand to Townsville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $911). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Zealand to Townsville

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$567	Average$800	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$658	Average$1,261	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$913	Average$1,089	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,001	Average$1,242	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,451	Average$1,697	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Townsville

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