Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport is 1 hour.
Each week, there are 93 Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 05:05 Skytrans Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:30 with Skytrans Airlines.
Your CNS to TSV flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport available through various airlines, flying to Townsville (and then other corners of Australia) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to fly with Qantas on this route.
With an impressive 81.7% of services arriving on schedule, Qantas has the best on-time performance for CNS to TSV flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CNS and TSV:
Brisbane Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)
91 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport flight. Return flights start from 183 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNS to TSV.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CNS to TSV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, 71.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)
Book a hotel close to TSV if you have a late Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Townsville Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Townsville's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Townsville Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville
Townsville Airport to central Townsville has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Townsville. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Townsville is December, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNS to TSV in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 290 kilometres north of Townsville, a trip to Cairns will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Australia, head for Mackay, about 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville. Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach are key reasons to visit.
