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DRWTSVSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$759Qantas Airways
Fastest6h 50mgate to gate
Options found26flights on this route
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Qantas Airways
QF-827
01:10
2026-10-03
Darwin (DRW)Darwin
42H :30 M
2 Stops
BNE
· 23h 35m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD
· 10h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
20:10
2026-10-04
Townsville (TSV)Townsville International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,469
Flight DetailsDRW to TSV - 42H :30 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-454
14:35
2026-10-03
Darwin (DRW)Darwin
22H :45 M
1 Stop
BNE
· 16h 45m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
13:50
2026-10-04
Townsville (TSV)Townsville International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,479
Flight DetailsDRW to TSV - 22H :45 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-843
01:35
2026-10-03
Darwin (DRW)Darwin
11H :30 M
1 Stop
SYD
· 4h 25m Sydney (SYD), Australia
13:35
2026-10-03
Townsville (TSV)Townsville International
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
PublishNDC
1 Pieces 7 KG
A$1,912
Flight DetailsDRW to TSV - 11H :30 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 7 KG
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$2,039
Flight DetailsDRW to TSV - 11H :30 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-827
01:10
2026-10-03
Darwin (DRW)Darwin
11H :55 M
2 Stops
BNE
· 2h 05m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD
· 1h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
13:35
2026-10-03
Townsville (TSV)Townsville International
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$2,208
Flight DetailsDRW to TSV - 11H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$759Qantas Airways07:05
Earliest departureA$816Qantas Airways01:10
Shortest durationA$759Qantas Airways07:05
Night
00:00-05:59
A$816Qantas Airways at 01:10Morning
06:00-11:59
A$759Qantas Airways at 07:05Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$1,176Qantas Airways at 12:45Evening
18:00-23:59
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Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Darwin (DRW)
Darwin
Australia
GMT 9.5
Latitude: -12.41469955444336
Longitude: 130.8769989013672
Townsville (TSV)
Townsville International
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -19.252500534057617
Longitude: 146.76499938964844
Distance: Darwin (DRW), Australia to Townsville (TSV), Australia - 1,860.43 km
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How to travel Darwin to Townsville
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹52,036Longer — includes a stop26 options
Air distance is about 1,860 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Darwin to Townsville
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QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$75923 flights
Fares from
A$759
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
23 — compare timings in the list above
VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$1,2233 flights
Fares from
A$1,223
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
6h 50m · Qantas Airways
First departure of the day
01:10 · Qantas Airways
Last departure of the day
14:35 · Virgin Australia
Options in this snapshot
26
Airport codes
Darwin–DRW, Townsville–TSV
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 26 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 01:10 and the last around 14:35. The fastest flight takes about 6h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$759, Night from A$816, Afternoon from A$1,176. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Darwin to Townsville flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Darwin to Townsville, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$759. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Darwin from Townsville by air?
The direct air distance between Darwin (DRW) and Townsville (TSV) is about 1,860 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from DRW to TSV?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Darwin to Townsville option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Darwin to Townsville?
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Darwin to Townsville?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 6h 50m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Darwin to Townsville flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Darwin to Townsville flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Darwin to Townsville for the dates currently loaded is A$759. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,208, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Darwin to Townsville flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 01:10 and the last is around 14:35, local time at Darwin. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,860.43 km.
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Lowest Darwin to Townsville airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$759
03/10/2026
Qantas Airways
07:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$744
13/10/2026
Qantas Airways
07:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$721
12/12/2026
Qantas Airways
07:05
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Darwin to Townsville Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Darwin and Townsville is approximately 1,860 KM. The flight duration ranges from 6H :50 M up to 42H :30 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Darwin to Townsville Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 26 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Darwin at 01:10, while the last night flight leaves at 14:35. Flights depart from Darwin and land at Townsville International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Darwin to Townsville
Aerial Distance
1,860 KM
Flight Duration
6H :50 M - 42H :30 M
Airport Codes
Darwin - DRW, Townsville - TSV
Total Flights Available
26 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 01:10
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 14:35
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
9 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
DRW: Darwin airport. Darwin airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
TSV: Townsville airport. Townsville airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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