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Back to Airport guidesTownsville Airport
Townsville Airport (TSV)Opens external site in a new window is located 6km (3.7 miles) from the city of Townsville. The airport is also known as Townsville International Airport and Garbutt airport.
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Check-in
Ensure you check-in for your flight before you arrive at the airport. Check-in for domestic flights opens 24 hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before departure.
There are four easy options to complete check-in:
- Online via qantas.com
- Using the Qantas App
- Manage booking
- Your bookings if you're a Qantas Frequent Flyer
Download your digital boarding pass after checking in online and you’re ready to go.
Customers who require special assistance, unaccompanied minors or large groups, please make yourself known to our friendly customer service agents who will be able to assist you with the check-in process.
Our domestic airports have gone cashless. The purchase of tickets, additional baggage and other Qantas flight related products can be made at qantas.com. Excess baggage payments can still be made by credit card at our self-serve bag tag kiosks.
Seat selection
Complimentary seat selection is available online for all domestic flights from the moment you book your flight. If you haven’t selected a seat before you complete your online check-in, you will be assigned a seat. You can change your seat online up to 30 minutes before your flight departure.
Checked baggage
Don’t forget, if you’re travelling with checked bags, you need to drop them off at least 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights. Use your digital boarding pass at our self-serve bag tag kiosks to print your baggage tags before proceeding to the dedicated bag drop queue. If you’re a Qantas Frequent Flyer with a Q Bag Tag, you can head straight to the dedicated bag drop queue and tag any baggage you may want to check-in when flying within Australia.
Need to bring a bit extra? Pre-purchase an additional baggage allowance online and save on airport prices.
Flight status
View our real time flight status page for up-to-the-minute departure information.
Baggage carousels are located in the arrivals hall.
Baggage services are available at check-in.
Flight status
View our real time flight status page for up-to-the-minute departure information.
Find out more about lounge features, operating hours and access to the Townsville Qantas Club.
| Transport | Details |
|---|---|
| Car | The airport is approximately a 15 minute drive from the city centre. Visit Townsville AirportOpens external site in a new window for current car parking rates. |
| Taxis | Approximately A$25 to the city centre. There is a A$3 airport toll in addition to the fare when catching a taxi from the airport. |
| Buses | Airport Shuttle busesOpens external site in a new window operate between Townsville city and the airport. Bookings are essential. |
Important information
Times and prices are a guide only.