Direct (nonstop) flights from Mount Isa to Townsville

1 airline flys nonstop from Mount Isa (ISA) to Townsville (TSV). It's 483 miles (777 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Qantas.

ISA
Mount Isa
🇦🇺 Mount Isa, Australia
TSV
Townsville
🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
483 mi
777 km
CO₂/pax
89 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Qantas
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Qantas Qantas

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Qantas QF Qantas
Route
ISA → TSV
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
483 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mount Isa to Townsville with one stop · direct emits 89 kg CO₂ per passenger

ISA CNJ (Cloncurry) TSV
Leg 1: 30m (65 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (418 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ISA → CNJ
30m · 65 mi
View ISA to CNJ flights →
Leg 2
CNJ → TSV
1h 35m · 418 mi
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ISA CNS (Cairns) TSV
Leg 1: 2h (486 mi) Leg 2: 55m (176 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ISA → CNS
2h · 486 mi
View ISA to CNS flights →
Leg 2
CNS → TSV
55m · 176 mi
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ISA BNE (Brisbane) TSV
Leg 1: 2h 20m (976 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (690 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ISA → BNE
2h 20m · 976 mi
View ISA to BNE flights →
Leg 2
BNE → TSV
2h 10m · 690 mi
View BNE to TSV flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mount Isa to Townsville?

A nonstop flight from Mount Isa (ISA) to Townsville (TSV) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 483 miles (777 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mount Isa to Townsville?

Just Qantas.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mount Isa to Townsville?

Yes. 1 airline: Qantas.

How far is Mount Isa from Townsville?

The flight distance from Mount Isa to Townsville is 483 miles (777 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Mount Isa to Townsville?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 89 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 445 km.

Is the return flight from Townsville to Mount Isa 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 Mount Isa 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 Mount Isa for this flight?

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