Travelling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Every week, there are 13 Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, go for the 06:45 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 15:50 with Qantas.
To ensure you catch your TSV to ISA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Qantas offers direct flights from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Mount Isa — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Qantas tops the list for bookings on this route.
Qantas tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for TSV to ISA flights, with 83.78% of services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight is Rs53,028. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs106,298. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from TSV to ISA by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from TSV to ISA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
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Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
Of all flights departing from Townsville Airport, 71.52% land on time at their destination.
To reach Townsville Airport from central Townsville, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near TSV:
Arriving at Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Book a hotel close to ISA if you're taking a late Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Mount Isa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and chase adventure across Mount Isa and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Mount Isa Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to central Mount Isa
Mount Isa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Mount Isa. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
The quietest month for a flight from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport is February, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Mount Isa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Mount Isa is December, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from TSV to ISA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Mount Isa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres east of Mount Isa, a visit to Cloncurry will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like John Flynn Place Museum & Fred McKay Art Gallery, Cloncurry District Court and Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Normanton, about 386 kilometres north-east of Mount Isa. Krys the Crocodile, The Big Barra and Sweers Island are the start of reasons to visit.
