Highlights: Townsville
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Discover Townsville
The City of Temples
Townsville blends centuries of heritage with everyday life — temples, courtyards and traditions that have shaped the city for generations.
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What flyers to Townsville say
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"Booked our family trip from Melbourne to Townsville. The team replied within an hour and found us a fare cheaper than anything online."
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Melbourne, AU
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Melbourne, AU
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Melbourne, AU
Things to note going from Melbourne to Townsville
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Allow at least 3 hours for international departures from Melbourne. Check-in usually opens 4 hours prior.
Time difference
Townsville sits in a different time zone — plan for jet lag and confirm arrival times in local time.
Currency
Carry some local cash for taxis and markets on arrival in Townsville; cards work in most city hotels.
Power plugs
Check the plug type for Townsville before you fly — a universal adapter is the safest option.
Health & safety
No mandatory vaccines for most travellers, but travel insurance is strongly recommended.
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