Direct (nonstop) flights from Townsville to Brisbane

3 airlines fly nonstop from Townsville (TSV) to Brisbane International (BNE). It's 690 miles (1,110 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

TSV
Townsville
🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia
BNE
Brisbane International
🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
690 mi
1,110 km
CO₂/pax
128 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar Qantas Qantas Virgin Australia Virgin Australia

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
TSV → BNE
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
690 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
TSV → BNE
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
690 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
TSV → BNE
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
690 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Townsville to Brisbane with one stop · direct emits 128 kg CO₂ per passenger

TSV MKY (Mackay) BNE
Leg 1: 1h (204 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (495 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSV → MKY
1h · 204 mi
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Leg 2
MKY → BNE
1h 30m · 495 mi
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TSV CNS (Cairns) BNE
Leg 1: 1h (176 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (863 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSV → CNS
1h · 176 mi
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Leg 2
CNS → BNE
2h 15m · 863 mi
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TSV ISA (Mount Isa) BNE
Leg 1: 1h 45m (483 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (976 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSV → ISA
1h 45m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
ISA → BNE
2h 20m · 976 mi
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TSV SYD (Sydney) BNE
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,046 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (464 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSV → SYD
2h 45m · 1,046 mi
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Leg 2
SYD → BNE
1h 30m · 464 mi
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TSV MEL (Melbourne) BNE
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,273 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (856 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TSV → MEL
3h 5m · 1,273 mi
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Leg 2
MEL → BNE
2h 10m · 856 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Townsville to Brisbane?

A nonstop flight from Townsville (TSV) to Brisbane (BNE) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 690 miles (1,110 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Townsville to Brisbane?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Townsville to Brisbane?

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

How far is Townsville from Brisbane?

The flight distance from Townsville to Brisbane is 690 miles (1,110 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Townsville to Brisbane?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 128 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 640 km.

Is the return flight from Brisbane to Townsville 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 Townsville to Brisbane?

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 Townsville for this flight?

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