Cheap Flights from Townsville to Perth

When flying from Townsville to Perth, there are a number of airlines offering this route, including Qantas, Jetstar, Qantaslink, and Virgin Australia. Flights tend to be via a stopover in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Cairns, but the stopover destination will depend on which airline you choose to fly with. Check online for the latest and cheapest flight routes to Perth from Townsville, or be sure to sign up for flight price alert emails to be notified with your chosen route changes price.

Townsville Airport is located 5km west of Townsville city centre, and is easy to get to using taxis, the airport shuttle, bus charter, driving, or by limousine. A taxi fare to the airport from Townsville city should cost around $22 AUD (plus a $2 airport surcharge). If you are driving yourself to the airport, and plan to leave your car there, there are long term parking rates available, and details of limits and prices can be found on the Townsville Airport website.

There are a number of shopping and dining options to enjoy before your flight from Townsville, as well as a Newslink selling magazines, books, snacks, and cold drinks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, as are baby change facilities, public toilets, baggage trolleys, and more. Find out more about flying in and out of Townsville Airport.

When you arrive in Perth, Perth Airport is a domestic and international airport located approximately 14km from Perth city centre, or a 20-minute drive. Arrivals will be via one of the T2, T3, or T4 domestic terminals, and will depend on which airline you have flown to Perth with. If you are boarding an onwards flight to another international, domestic or interstate location, and need to change terminals, there is a free airport shuttle service between all terminals that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

For those exiting the airport and making their way home or to their accommodation in Perth, the airport is well linked to surrounding areas with public transport and taxis. A taxi fare to Perth city centre will set you back around $38, while a fare to Fremantle will be approximately $58. There are also car rental desks located on the ground floor of all terminals. Book your Perth car rental online for the best rates and peace of mind, and find more information on travelling to and from Perth Airport.

Other important information to note:

●     Time difference between Townsville and Perth - Townsville city is 2 hours ahead of Perth, and this remains the same throughout the year.

●     Arriving in time for your flight - It is recommended that you arrive at the airport at least one hour prior to the departure of your flight, if flying domestically. However, you should check with your airline as to their check-in desk opening and closing times for each flight, and how early you should arrive to ensure you can clear check-in and customs with time to spare before your departure.