Darwin (DRW) to Townsville (TSV) flights
One airline flies nonstop from Darwin (DRW) to Townsville (TSV): Airnorth. The two airports are 1,156 miles (1,861 km) apart. There are also 1 way to fly it with one stop, through Cairns.
Airlines flying nonstop from DRW to TSV
- TLAirnorthNot in an alliance
DRW to TSV with one stop
1 connection, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Cairns (CNS)Qantas the whole way

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DRW to TSV: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from DRW to TSV?
Airnorth flies nonstop from Darwin (DRW) to Townsville (TSV).
How far is Darwin from Townsville by plane?
Darwin (DRW) and Townsville (TSV) are 1,156 miles (1,861 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does DRW to TSV cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for DRW to TSV with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Darwin and Townsville?
The most direct connections are through Cairns (CNS). On 1 of them the same airline flies both flights, for example Qantas through Cairns.
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.