Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Townsville (TSV)

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Cheapest Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Townsville (TSV)

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Jetstar
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$495 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$495
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$495 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$525 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$525
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$525 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 5 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$532 Return, just found
AU$532
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 5 Jan from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Mon, 12 Jan, priced at AU$532 just found
Jetstar
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$538 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$538
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$538 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$540 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$540
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$540 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$547 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$547
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$547 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$553 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$553
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$553 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 5 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$554 Return, just found
AU$554
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 5 Jan from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Mon, 12 Jan, priced at AU$554 just found
Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$562 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$562
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 20 Nov from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at AU$562 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
ADL
Adelaide
TSV
Townsville
AU$804 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$804
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 4 Feb from Adelaide to Townsville, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at AU$804 found 1 day ago

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Adelaide to Townsville Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Townsville (TSV)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Adelaide to Townsville flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ADL to TSV routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Adelaide
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
ADL
Traveling To
Townsville
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
TSV
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$495

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Adelaide Airport to TSV?
You'll have about 4 hours and 41 minutes to sit around and twiddle your thumbs on board your flight from ADL to Townsville Intl. Airport. It's the ideal opportunity to get a bit of shut-eye, read a novel or binge-watch the latest heart-stopping series.
What airlines fly direct from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Townsville Intl. Airport?
Your time is valuable. We get it. Qantas offers direct flights from Adelaide to Townsville, so you won't have to waste time with a stopover in between.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you're booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it's best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif's 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Townsville QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
TSV
Longitude:
146.770793
Latitude:
-19.256506
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Adelaide SA,
Australia
IATA code:
ADL
Longitude:
138.537351
Latitude:
-34.938176
Time zone:
Australia/Adelaide

Adelaide to Townsville Flight Deals from AU$495

Considering a quick trip to Townsville, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ADL to TSV. With heaps of cheap fares from Adelaide, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Townsville from Adelaide  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Townsville from Adelaide from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Townsville in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Townsville from Adelaide 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$495 and rising to AU$804 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Adelaide to Townsville today!  

Find cheap airfares to Townsville from Adelaide 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Adelaide and Townsville
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in February)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Adelaide to Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

4 out of 5
409 Flinders St., Corner Of Stanley And Flinders St., Townsville, QLD
The price is AU$143 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$143
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,019 reviews)
Thank you . I enjoy my stay.

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Madison Plaza Townsville
Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

3 out of 5
74 The Esplanade, Belgian Gardens, QLD
The price is AU$143 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$143
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, room service, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (184 reviews)
So clean, incredible service & so cheap!!!

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Seahaven Resort
Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville

3.5 out of 5
166 Woolcock Street, Currajong, QLD
The price is AU$162 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$162
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Clean room with friendly obliging staff. Great spot

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Mercure Townsville
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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