Travelling from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Townsville Airport (TSV): what you need to know
Your NTL to TSV flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NTL and TSV:
Brisbane Airport
Cairns Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Townsville Airport (TSV)
Right now, Rs36,713 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs77,417. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from NTL to TSV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NTL)
When it comes to Newcastle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Newcastle Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport, take a look at Sleepy Hill Motor Inn. It's a short drive from NTL.
Arriving at Townsville Airport (TSV)
If you're landing on a late Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TSV:
Grab a Townsville Airport rental car and discover Townsville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Alamo and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Townsville Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Townsville Airport (TSV) to central Townsville
Townsville Airport to central Townsville has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Townsville Airport (TSV)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Townsville. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Townsville is December, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Newcastle Airport to Townsville Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from NTL to TSV in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Townsville. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Australia, head for Mackay, about 322 kilometres south-east of Townsville. Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach are among its highlights.
