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Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville · Townsville, AU

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0–5 m4%

5–10 m6%

10–15 m10%

15–20 m14%

20–30 m22%

30–45 m26%

45–60 m12%

60+ m6%

P50 24 min

P90 52 min

P99 78 min

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TSV Security FAQs

The average security wait time at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) is approximately 7 minutes. During peak hours (typically 5-8 AM and 4-7 PM), wait times can be 11 minutes or longer. Off-peak hours typically see wait times of 4 minutes.

Security lines at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) currently average about 7 minutes. Wait times are updated every 5 minutes based on real-time data.

Yes, Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville offers TSA PreCheck lanes at security checkpoints. TSA PreCheck can reduce your wait time by 50% or more, with average waits of 4 minutes compared to 7 minutes in regular lanes.

The best times to go through security at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville are typically early morning (5:00-6:00 AM) and mid-afternoon (2:00-4:00 PM). Avoid peak hours between 5:00-8:00 AM for morning business flights and 4:00-7:00 PM for evening departures when security lines are longest.

For domestic flights at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville, arrive at least 90 minutes before departure. For international flights, arrive 150 minutes early to allow time for security, immigration, and boarding. If traveling during holidays or peak seasons, add an extra 30 minutes.