Direct (nonstop) flights from Darwin to Townsville

1 airline flys nonstop from Darwin Intl (DRW) to Townsville (TSV). It's 1,157 miles (1,862 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Airnorth.

DRW
Darwin Intl
🇦🇺 Darwin, Australia
TSV
Townsville
🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,157 mi
1,862 km
CO₂/pax
196 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Airnorth
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Airnorth Airnorth

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Airnorth TL Airnorth
Route
DRW → TSV
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,157 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Darwin to Townsville with one stop · direct emits 196 kg CO₂ per passenger

DRW CNS (Cairns) TSV
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 55m (176 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → CNS
2h 30m · 1,041 mi
View DRW to CNS flights →
Leg 2
CNS → TSV
55m · 176 mi
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DRW BNE (Brisbane) TSV
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,771 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (690 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 452 kg CO₂ (+131% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → BNE
3h 50m · 1,771 mi
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Leg 2
BNE → TSV
2h 10m · 690 mi
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DRW SYD (Sydney) TSV
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,957 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,046 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 533 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → SYD
4h 25m · 1,957 mi
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Leg 2
SYD → TSV
2h 45m · 1,046 mi
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DRW MEL (Melbourne) TSV
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,941 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,273 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 568 kg CO₂ (+190% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRW → MEL
4h 10m · 1,941 mi
View DRW to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → TSV
3h · 1,273 mi
View MEL to TSV flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Darwin to Townsville?

A nonstop flight from Darwin (DRW) to Townsville (TSV) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,157 miles (1,862 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Darwin to Townsville?

Just Airnorth.

Is there a nonstop flight from Darwin to Townsville?

Yes. 1 airline: Airnorth.

How far is Darwin from Townsville?

The flight distance from Darwin to Townsville is 1,157 miles (1,862 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Darwin to Townsville?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Darwin to Townsville?

Roughly 196 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 980 km.

Is the return flight from Townsville to Darwin also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Townsville?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Darwin Intl for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.