Cairns to Townsville flights
Direct and connecting flights from Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Cairns to Townsville take?
Flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville (TSV) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Townsville?
Airline availability for CNS to TSV changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Townsville?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CNS to TSV varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Virgin Australia5-yr attributed events: 16Last 90 days: none recorded
- Alliance Airlines5-yr attributed events: 10Last 90 days: none recorded
- JTE5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Australia | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alliance Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| JTE | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CNS → TSV
CNS to TSV is a short-haul route of 285 km (177 mi). See the return TSV → CNS route.
Alternative airports near Cairns: MRG (MRG) — 41 km, Innisfail (IFL) — 81 km.
Alternative airports near Townsville: Palm Island (PMK) — 59 km.