Travelling from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MQL to TSV flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport. Many passengers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport when flying between MQL and TSV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Townsville Airport (TSV)
Currently, $393 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $723. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MQL to TSV, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MQL to TSV.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mildura Airport (MQL)
Mildura Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MQL arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.82% of the time.
To get to Mildura Airport from central Mildura, it takes about 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MQL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TSV instead:
Grab a Townsville Airport rental car and discover Townsville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Townsville Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville
Townsville Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Townsville. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)
The quietest month for a flight from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Townsville based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Mildura Airport to Townsville Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. December is the warmest month in Townsville, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MQL to TSV in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 290 kilometres north of Townsville, a visit to Cairns will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium.
Around 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville, Mackay is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach.
