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Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from RUB 6,116 and round-trip from RUB 11,517. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 18:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 19:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Thu, Nov 12 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 10:20
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 11:20
        Townsville - Cairns | Fri, Nov 13 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 11,517 RUB 39,423
        71% off
        71% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 11,517
      • CNS 09:00
        55m
        Direct
        TSV 09:55
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Oct 18 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 18:35
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 19:35
        Townsville - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 12,006 RUB 39,423
        70% off
        70% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 12,006
      • CNS 18:00
        55m
        Direct
        TSV 18:55
        Cairns - Townsville | Sat, Oct 24 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 11:50
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 12:50
        Townsville - Cairns | Sun, Oct 25 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 12,118 RUB 39,423
        69% off
        69% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 12,118
      • CNS 18:00
        55m
        Direct
        TSV 18:55
        Cairns - Townsville | Mon, Oct 19 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 18:35
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 19:35
        Townsville - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 12,870
        67% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 12,870
      • CNS 16:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 17:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Oct 18 | Regional Express Airlines
        TSV 09:15
        1h 5m
        Direct
        CNS 10:20
        Townsville - Cairns | Fri, Oct 23 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 21,166
        46% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 21,166
      • CNS 07:15
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 08:15
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Oct 30 | Regional Express Airlines
        TSV 09:15
        1h 5m
        Direct
        CNS 10:20
        Townsville - Cairns | Fri, Nov 6 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 22,043
        44% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 22,043
      • CNS 16:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 17:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Oct 25 | Regional Express Airlines
        TSV 10:05
        1h 5m
        Direct
        CNS 11:10
        Townsville - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 22,231
        44% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 22,231
      • CNS 16:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 17:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Nov 8 | Regional Express Airlines
        TSV 10:05
        1h 5m
        Direct
        CNS 11:10
        Townsville - Cairns | Wed, Nov 11 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 23,259
        41% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 23,259
      • CNS 08:05
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 09:05
        Cairns - Townsville | Wed, Oct 21 | Regional Express Airlines
        TSV 18:00
        1h 5m
        Direct
        CNS 19:05
        Townsville - Cairns | Sun, Oct 25 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 25,439
        35% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 25,439
      • CNS 18:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 19:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sat, Nov 14 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 14:55
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 15:55
        Townsville - Cairns | Tue, Nov 17 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 29,148
        26% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 29,148
      • CNS 18:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 19:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Nov 13 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 07:00
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 08:00
        Townsville - Cairns | Mon, Nov 16 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 29,173
        26% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 29,173
      • CNS 11:50
        9h 55m
        1 stop
        TSV 21:45
        Cairns - Townsville | Sat, Oct 24 | Virgin Australia
        TSV 11:50
        1h
        Direct
        CNS 12:50
        Townsville - Cairns | Sun, Oct 25 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 24,424
        38% off
        RUB 39,423 RUB 24,424
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Oct 16 | Normal Airline
        TSV 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        CNS 16:00
        Townsville - Cairns | Sun, Oct 18 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 13:30
        55m
        Direct
        TSV 14:25
        Cairns - Townsville | Tue, Oct 27 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 6,116 RUB 19,628
        69% off
        69% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 6,116
      • CNS 16:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 17:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Oct 18 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,401 RUB 19,628
        47% off
        47% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,401
      • CNS 08:05
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 09:05
        Cairns - Townsville | Wed, Nov 4 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,652 RUB 19,628
        46% off
        46% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,652
      • CNS 16:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 17:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sun, Oct 25 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,765
        45% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,765
      • CNS 07:15
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 08:15
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Oct 30 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,878
        45% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,878
      • CNS 08:05
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 09:05
        Cairns - Townsville | Wed, Oct 28 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,915
        44% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,915
      • CNS 07:15
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 08:15
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Nov 6 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 10,928
        44% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 10,928
      • CNS 07:15
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 08:15
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Oct 23 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 11,467
        42% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 11,467
      • CNS 08:05
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 09:05
        Cairns - Townsville | Wed, Oct 21 | Regional Express Airlines
        RUB 11,567
        41% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 11,567
      • CNS 18:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 19:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Sat, Nov 7 | Qantas Airways
        RUB 14,524
        26% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 14,524
      • CNS 06:40
        25h 30m
        1 stop
        TSV 08:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Tue, Dec 8 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 12,557
        36% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 12,557
      • CNS 06:00
        27h 10m
        1 stop
        TSV 09:10
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Nov 13 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 13,710
        30% off
        RUB 19,628 RUB 13,710
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Cairns - Townsville | Fri, Oct 16 | Normal Airline
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Flight prices from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average one-way fares by month from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport are usually in August, with an average price of RUB 14,135. July sees the highest fares, around RUB 18,969.

RUB 18,969
RUB 16,552
RUB 14,135
RUB 11,718
    Cheapest
  • RUB 15,491
    Oct
  • RUB 16,997
    Nov
  • RUB 14,990
    Dec
  • RUB 18,767
    Jan
  • RUB 16,193
    Feb
  • RUB 16,215
    Mar
  • RUB 15,549
    Apr
  • RUB 16,654
    May
  • RUB 15,666
    Jun
  • RUB 18,969
    Jul
  • RUB 14,135
    Aug
  • RUB 16,124
    Sep

Which day of the week has the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average fares by each day of the week from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day for flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport is Tuesday, with average prices lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Wednesday, as fares are typically the highest.

RUB 18,895
RUB 16,830
RUB 14,764
RUB 12,699
  • RUB 18,826
    Mon
  • RUB 14,764
    Tue
  • RUB 18,895
    Wed
  • RUB 18,386
    Thu
  • RUB 15,417
    Fri
  • RUB 14,787
    Sat
  • RUB 16,975
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport is Regional Express Airlines (from RUB 10,401) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Regional Express Airlines
From RUB 10,401
Jetstar Airways
From RUB 12,557
Virgin Australia
From RUB 13,910
Qantas Airways
From RUB 14,524

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What is the flight schedule from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Cairns to Townsville and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. QF2349

    Cairns Airport

    09:00

    CNS

    55m

    09:55

    TSV

    S M T W T - S
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  2. QF2345

    Cairns Airport

    12:35

    CNS

    55m

    13:30

    TSV

    - M - W T F -
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  3. ZL5441

    Cairns Airport

    16:10

    CNS

    1h

    17:10

    TSV

    - - - W - - -
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  4. ZL5423

    Cairns Airport

    08:05

    CNS

    1h

    09:05

    TSV

    - - - - - - S
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  5. ZL5417

    Cairns Airport

    07:15

    CNS

    1h

    08:15

    TSV

    - M - - - - -
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  6. QF2351

    Cairns Airport

    18:00

    CNS

    55m

    18:55

    TSV

    S M T W T - S
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  7. QF2357

    Cairns Airport

    14:55

    CNS

    55m

    15:50

    TSV

    S M T W T - S
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  8. QF2355

    Cairns Airport

    06:45

    CNS

    55m

    07:40

    TSV

    S M T W T F -
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  9. QF2347

    Cairns Airport

    08:00

    CNS

    55m

    08:55

    TSV

    - - - - - - S
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  10. QF2359

    Cairns Airport

    19:10

    CNS

    55m

    20:05

    TSV

    - - - - - - S
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About Cairns Airport and Townsville Airport

Learn about Cairns Airport (CNS) and Townsville Airport (TSV) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 285.95km
Cheapest one-way ticket price RUB 6,116
Cheapest return ticket price RUB 11,517

FAQs for Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport?

    Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport takes about 43 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 5 daily flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport departs at 06:45, and the last departs at 21:05, with about 12 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around RUB 17,620 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Cairns Airport (CNS) at 06:30 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 07:25.
  • The latest flight departs from Cairns Airport (CNS) at 17:50 and arrives in Townsville Airport (TSV) at 18:45.
    • The distance from Townsville Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Townsville Airport (TSV) is Palm Island Airport. The distance is around 58km.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 370 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport currently start from RUB 6,116, and round-trip fares start from RUB 11,517. The current lowest fare is a Qantas Airways flight departing on Tue, Oct 27; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, SmartLynx Airlines and Regional Express operate direct flights from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport, with an average flight time of 42 minutes, and around 36 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport is RUB 19,544. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • SmartLynx Airlines and Airnorth are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport, with one-way fares starting from RUB 6,116. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Airport to Townsville Airport operates around 35 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Regional Express and SmartLynx Airlines. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cairns Airport and Townsville Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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