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Adelaide.$402 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Adelaide.$435 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.
Adelaide.$470 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $470, select.
Adelaide.$494 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $494, select.
Adelaide.$495 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $495, select.
Adelaide.$507 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Townsville on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $507, select.
Adelaide.$520 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Townsville on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.
Adelaide.$523 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Townsville on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Townsville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Townsville to Adelaide flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Direct flights from Townsville to Adelaide

Townsville to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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Townsville to Adelaide: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$402
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Townsville to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Townsville to Adelaide is $402. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Townsville to Adelaide.
Qantas and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Townsville to Adelaide.
As of June 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Townsville to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Townsville to Adelaide is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport on Monday, 1 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Adelaide but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Flying from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport.

  • Adelaide is 30 minutes ahead of Townsville and is in the UTC+10:30 timezone.

  • Flights from TSV to ADL start from 07:05 — the earliest with Qantas. The last service of the day is at 16:05 with Qantas. Overall, you can take your pick of eight weekly Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your TSV to ADL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Qantas is your gateway to discovering Adelaide (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Qantas is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • Currently, $170 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $402. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TSV to ADL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from TSV to ADL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport.

Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)

  • When it comes to Townsville Airport's on-time performance, 71.52% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Townsville to Townsville Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to TSV? If you're catching an early flight from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • If you're arriving on a late Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ADL:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and explore beyond Adelaide's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Adelaide Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide

  • Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Adelaide. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Adelaide based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Townsville Airport to Adelaide Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from TSV to ADL in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Mildura is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Adelaide. Around 338 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Australia, head for Mount Gambier, roughly 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake are key highlights.

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