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Cheap flights to Mackay from $321

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MKY
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
Fri 24/5
Fri 31/5

Flights to Mackay in 2024

Find the latest flights to Mackay in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$482

Return from

$420

One-way from

$321
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Mackay
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Mackay (MKY)

Cheap flights to Mackay in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Mackay in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Mackay in May and June 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Tue 18/619:35SYD - MKY
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/608:25MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$420
Fri 24/506:00SYD - MKY
1 stop14h 40mJetstar
Fri 31/521:15MKY - SYD
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$490
Fri 24/507:30SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/511:40MKY - SYD
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$503
Sun 19/509:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/506:45MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$577
Tue 21/519:00SYD - MKY
1 stop12h 45mVirgin Australia
Thu 23/508:25MKY - SYD
1 stop13h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$599
Tue 18/621:20SYD - MKY
2 stops23h 20mJetstar
Thu 20/621:15MKY - SYD
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$620
Fri 24/507:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/517:35MKY - SYD
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$687
Fri 24/521:30SYD - MKY
2 stops13h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/515:45MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$729
Tue 18/621:20SYD - MKY
2 stops23h 20mJetstar
Thu 20/621:15MKY - SYD
2 stops24h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$738

Mackay 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Mackay in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data were last updated on 19 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Mackay in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 18/619:35SYD - MKY
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/608:25MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$420
Sat 1/606:00SYD - MKY
1 stop14h 40mJetstar
Sun 2/621:15MKY - SYD
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$421
Mon 12/820:30SYD - MKY
1 stop11h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 14/808:25MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5$484
Mon 12/820:30SYD - MKY
1 stop11h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 14/808:25MKY - SYD
1 stop13h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$485
Thu 23/507:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/521:15MKY - SYD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$488
Fri 24/506:00SYD - MKY
1 stop14h 40mJetstar
Fri 31/521:15MKY - SYD
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$490
Fri 24/507:30SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/511:40MKY - SYD
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$503
Fri 31/520:30SYD - MKY
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/606:45MKY - SYD
1 stop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$527
Sun 19/509:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/506:45MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$577

Flights to Mackay departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Mackay, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights leaving last minute to Mackay. Double check the price, date, and time of your last-minute flight.
Fri 24/506:00SYD - MKY
1 stop14h 40mJetstar
Fri 31/521:15MKY - SYD
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$490
Fri 24/507:30SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/511:40MKY - SYD
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$503
Mon 27/506:30SYD - MKY
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/521:15MKY - SYD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$586
Fri 24/507:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/517:35MKY - SYD
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$687
Fri 24/521:30SYD - MKY
2 stops13h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/515:45MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$729
Mon 27/506:05SYD - MKY
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/521:15MKY - SYD
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$822
Fri 24/520:20SYD - MKY
2 stops24h 20mJetstar
Fri 31/521:15MKY - SYD
2 stops24h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$953
Fri 24/520:20SYD - MKY
2 stops24h 20mJetstar
Sun 26/521:15MKY - SYD
2 stops24h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$983
Mon 27/506:05SYD - MKY
1 stop6h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 27/517:05MKY - SYD
3 stops14h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,428

One-way flights to Mackay

Explore one-way flight options to Mackay for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Mackay, check out these fares. Users seeking round-trip flights to Mackay should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Wed 29/507:05SYD - MKY
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$321
Mon 27/512:05SYD - MKY
1 stop9h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$366
Tue 28/507:30SYD - MKY
2 stops9h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$370
Mon 27/508:05SYD - MKY
2 stops8h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$559
Wed 29/508:00SYD - MKY
2 stops7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$757

Find flights to Mackay within your budget

Locate flights to Mackay that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 529,572 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$420 - $1,004

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/6

1 stop25h 05m

Mackay

Thu 20/6

1 stop5h 15m

$420

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/8

1 stop11h 15m

Mackay

Wed 14/8

1 stop5h 15m

$484

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/8

1 stop11h 15m

Mackay

Wed 14/8

1 stop13h 55m

$485

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/6

2 stops23h 20m

Mackay

Thu 20/6

1 stop11h 20m

$620

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/6

2 stops23h 20m

Mackay

Thu 20/6

2 stops24h 55m

$738

Sydney Kingsford SmithMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/6

2 stops10h 00m

Mackay

Thu 20/6

3 stops24h 00m

$1,004

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Average price of flights to Mackay by month

Plan your trip to Mackay by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Mackay is currently $475 while a return flight costs $625. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Mackay (average of $154). Flying to Mackay in May will prove the most costly (average of $250). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$260

February

$338

March

$288

April

$330

May

$373

June

$326

July

$230

August

$266

September

$354

October

$299

November

$338

December

$338

Peak season

When the temperatures start dipping in the southern states, check out cheap flights to Mackay, a coastal town situated between Brisbane and Cairns in north Queensland. Blessed with warm weather year round, the region has over 30 pristine sandy beaches and is surrounded by subtropical rainforest. Adventurers search for flights to Mackay for the array of outdoor activities on offer such as reef swimming, fishing charters, guided eco tours and flying fox rides. High season in Mackay runs from December to the end of January, and peaking again around Easter. booking a flight to Mackay makes an ideal base for visiting the Great Barrier Reef islands and whale-watching is possible from July to November with charters and tours to view the annual migration up the east coast of Australia. The town of Mackay offers art deco buildings, palm-lined streets and quirky restaurants and cafes, and can easily accommodate those wanting relaxing weekend break or longer getaway.

Off Season

The low season, which is also the best time to book cheap flights to Mackay, follows Easter (March or April) and runs until mid-September. Winter is becoming a popular time to visit Mackay as it is warm and sunny with temperatures hovering between 21C and 25C.

Temperature and rainfall in Mackay by month

Plan your trip to Mackay by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MKY

Temperature

16 - 26 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Mackay?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

Mid-January to Easter is shoulder season in Mackay and is also the best time to book flights if you want to avoid the majority of the crowds but still catch events. Choose your holiday dates between February and May if you want to get the cheapest flights to Mackay. For the driest months go for August and September.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Mackay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Mackay should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mackay. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Mackay. Reviews last updated 19 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia to Mackay. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

7.8
Good
642 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

7.6
Good
961 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

6.8
Okay
633 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

  • How long is the flight to Mackay?

    Flights from Sydney to Mackay – 2 hrs 20 mins Flights from Melbourne to Mackay – 4 hrs 17 mins Flights from Adelaide to Mackay – 1 hrs 30 mins Flights from Perth to Mackay – 7 hrs 35 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to Mackay?

    Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar are the three domestic airlines that operate direct flights to Mackay. Towns serviced by these airlines are: Sydney, Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville. If flying from other Australian destinations flights to Mackay connect via Sydney or Brisbane.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Mackay Airport (MKY) is situated approximately 6 km south of the town, and it takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre. Taxis and buses are available and there are several car-rental companies at Mackay Airport.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Mackay?

    • Mackay is renowned for having some of the best beaches on the east coast. Discover more hidden spots where you can take a dip around Australia. • Queensland offers some of the most stunning scenery in the country, check out some of these things to do as you travel around the Sunshine State.

  • What does MKY mean?

    Mackay Airport is MKY. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

    For a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay?

    Mackay Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay. One-way flights to Mackay Airport typically cost $76, while return flights cost around $130.

  • How much is a return flight to Mackay?

    A return flight to Mackay will typically cost around $111, however they can be found for as little as $87.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Mackay depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Mackay, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 35 minutes).

  • Does Mackay Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Mackay Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Mackay Airport?

    Yes. Mackay Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay Airport (0.0 km away from Mackay Airport).

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