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Cheap flights from Townsville to Cairns from £136

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21:00 - 08:30TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
11h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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08:05 - 09:05CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
1h 00mdirect
£230Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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13:00 - 14:00TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
1h 00mdirect
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08:05 - 09:05CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
1h 00mdirect
£245Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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21:00 - 08:30TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
11h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 17:30CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
11h 30m1 stop Brisbane
£277Jetstar
Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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18:50 - 19:50TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
1h 00mdirect
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06:35 - 07:35CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
1h 00mdirect
£296Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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18:50 - 19:50TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
1h 00mdirect
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06:35 - 07:35CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
1h 00mdirect
£297Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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18:50 - 19:50TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
1h 00mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
06:35 - 07:35CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
1h 00mdirect
£298Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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17:15 - 23:05TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
5h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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14:40 - 21:45CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
7h 05m1 stop Brisbane
£390Virgin Australia
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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17:15 - 23:05TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
5h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 21:45CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
7h 05m1 stop Brisbane
£391Virgin Australia
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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17:15 - 23:05TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
5h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 21:45CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
7h 05m1 stop Brisbane
£392Virgin Australia
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
17:15 - 23:05TSV  Townsville-CNS Cairns
5h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 21:45CNS  Cairns-TSV Townsville
7h 05m1 stop Brisbane
£393Virgin Australia
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

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Qantas Airways flights from Townsville to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Townsville to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
14 Dec
TSV18:50Townsville
1h 00m
CNS19:50Cairns
18 Dec
CNS06:35Cairns
1h 00m
TSV07:35Townsville
£296
Qantas Airways
14 Dec
TSV18:50Townsville
1h 00m
CNS19:50Cairns
18 Dec
CNS06:35Cairns
1h 00m
TSV07:35Townsville
£297
Qantas Airways
14 Dec
TSV18:50Townsville
1h 00m
CNS19:50Cairns
18 Dec
CNS06:35Cairns
1h 00m
TSV07:35Townsville
£298

Virgin Australia flights from Townsville to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Townsville to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
14 Dec
TSV17:15Townsville
5h 50m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Dec
CNS14:40Cairns
7h 05m
1 stop
TSV21:45Townsville
£390
Virgin Australia
14 Dec
TSV17:15Townsville
5h 50m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Dec
CNS14:40Cairns
7h 05m
1 stop
TSV21:45Townsville
£391
Virgin Australia
14 Dec
TSV17:15Townsville
5h 50m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Dec
CNS14:40Cairns
7h 05m
1 stop
TSV21:45Townsville
£392

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TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Fri 23/10

21:00-08:30

1 stop11h 30m

Cairns

Sun 25/10

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

£230
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TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Fri 23/10

13:00-14:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Sun 25/10

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

£245

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Fri 23/10

21:00-08:30

1 stop11h 30m

Cairns

Sun 25/10

06:00-17:30

1 stop11h 30m

£277

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

18:50-19:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

06:35-07:35

Nonstop1h 00m

£296

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

18:50-19:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

06:35-07:35

Nonstop1h 00m

£297

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

18:50-19:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

06:35-07:35

Nonstop1h 00m

£298

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

17:15-23:05

1 stop5h 50m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

14:40-21:45

1 stop7h 05m

£390

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

17:15-23:05

1 stop5h 50m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

14:40-21:45

1 stop7h 05m

£391

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

17:15-23:05

1 stop5h 50m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

14:40-21:45

1 stop7h 05m

£392

TownsvilleCairns

TSV Townsville - CNS Cairns

TSVCNS

Townsville

Mon 14/12

17:15-23:05

1 stop5h 50m

Cairns

Fri 18/12

14:40-21:45

1 stop7h 05m

£393

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Townsville and Cairns?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £134 to £266.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £230.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in May, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Townsville to Cairns during December average around £184.

What is the cheapest Townsville to Cairns flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Townsville to Cairns flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Townsville to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Townsville to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Townsville to Cairns flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Townsville to Cairns

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Best price found

£136

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Tue and Sat

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Townsville in the past 72 hours is £136. The best return flight deal from Townsville to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £230.
Direct flights go from Townsville to Cairns on Tuesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in Cairns. From Townsville there are direct flights to Cairns (CNS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Townsville to Cairns

  • How far is Townsville to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 175.5 mi away from Townsville.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Townsville Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Townsville Airport to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Townsville Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Townsville Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Townsville to Cairns?

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