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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport from $266

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 17/5. 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.
MKY — MEL
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
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Cheap flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$542

Round-trip from

$203
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Mackay to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 31% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Find a great deal and save up to 76% by booking at least 40 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Mackay to Melbourne Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $459.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to Melbourne Airport from Mackay average $545. You can even find prices in August for less than $545, as users have found deals to Melbourne Airport from as low as $149. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne Airport from Mackay. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (MKY - MEL)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Mackay to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Mackay and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from Mackay to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Mon 22/420:55MEL - MKY
1 stop23h 45mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$414
Thu 6/621:15MKY - MEL
1 stop25h 10mJetstar
Mon 10/618:20MEL - MKY
1 stop26h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$419
Tue 10/921:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Tue 17/906:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$548
Fri 23/821:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sun 25/806:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$557
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/418:45MEL - MKY
2 stops25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$563
Thu 6/621:15MKY - MEL
1 stop25h 10mJetstar
Mon 10/606:40MEL - MKY
2 stops14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$609
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
2 stops22h 50mJetstar
Mon 22/418:45MEL - MKY
2 stops25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$646

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Mackay and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Mackay to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/917:20MKY - MEL
2 stops6h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 17/910:00MEL - MKY
2 stops6h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$909
Thu 22/817:20MKY - MEL
2 stops6h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 26/813:00MEL - MKY
2 stops8h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,076
Tue 10/911:30MKY - MEL
3 stops12h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 17/906:00MEL - MKY
2 stops10h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$1,163
Thu 6/617:20MKY - MEL
2 stops6h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/614:00MEL - MKY
2 stops7h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$1,237

Cheap Mackay to Melbourne flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Mackay to Melbourne specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Prices were last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Mackay to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Mon 22/420:55MEL - MKY
1 stop23h 45mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$414
Thu 11/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Thu 18/415:05MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$531
Wed 17/409:50MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/406:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$537
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/418:45MEL - MKY
2 stops25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$563
Thu 11/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Thu 18/406:40MEL - MKY
2 stops14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$640
Sat 30/316:05MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/415:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$645
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
2 stops22h 50mJetstar
Mon 22/418:45MEL - MKY
2 stops25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$646
Sat 30/306:50MKY - MEL
1 stop10h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/419:30MEL - MKY
2 stops24h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$760
Sat 30/313:40MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/406:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$821

Mackay to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Mackay and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Mackay to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Mon 22/420:55MEL - MKY
1 stop23h 45mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$414
Thu 6/621:15MKY - MEL
1 stop25h 10mJetstar
Mon 10/618:20MEL - MKY
1 stop26h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$419
Thu 11/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Thu 18/415:05MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$531
Wed 17/409:50MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/406:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$537
Tue 10/921:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Tue 17/906:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$548
Wed 17/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/418:45MEL - MKY
2 stops25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$563
Sun 20/1021:15MKY - MEL
1 stop25h 20mJetstar
Thu 24/1016:05MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$577
Thu 6/621:15MKY - MEL
1 stop25h 10mJetstar
Mon 10/606:40MEL - MKY
2 stops14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$609
Thu 11/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Thu 18/406:40MEL - MKY
2 stops14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$640

Mackay to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Mackay to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Mackay to Melbourne. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 30/316:05MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/415:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$645
Sat 30/306:50MKY - MEL
1 stop10h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/419:30MEL - MKY
2 stops24h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$760
Sat 30/313:40MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/406:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$821
Sat 30/311:15MKY - MEL
2 stops20h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/419:30MEL - MKY
2 stops24h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$956

One-way flights to Melbourne from Mackay

Search for one-way flight options from Mackay to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Mackay to Melbourne. Those needing a return flight from Mackay to Melbourne can use the search form above.
Fri 17/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$266
Sun 7/406:50MKY - MEL
1 stop16h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$336
Fri 17/521:15MKY - MEL
2 stops13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$341
Sun 7/409:50MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$393
Sun 7/417:35MKY - MEL
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$410
Fri 17/511:30MKY - MEL
3 stops11h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$907
Sun 7/417:05MKY - MEL
3 stops19h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$968

Find flights from Mackay to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$414 - $909

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 17/4

1 stop11h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 22/4

1 stop23h 45m

$414

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 6/6

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

1 stop26h 20m

$419

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 17/4

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 22/4

1 stop14h 30m

$537

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 23/8

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 25/8

Nonstop2h 55m

$546

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 10/9

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 17/9

1 stop14h 30m

$548

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 23/8

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 25/8

1 stop14h 30m

$557

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 22/8

1 stop4h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

1 stop5h 30m

$585

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 10/9

2 stops10h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 17/9

1 stop15h 30m

$669

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 10/9

2 stops6h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 17/9

2 stops6h 40m

$909

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Deals found on 28/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Mackay to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Mackay to Melbourne is currently $517 while a return flight costs $576. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$239

February

$207

March

$238

April

$232

May

$203

June

$215

July

$233

August

$204

September

$230

October

$226

November

$244

December

$269

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 29 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Mackay to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.9
Good
729 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.7
Good
1,060 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

6.9
Okay
720 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mackay to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

    Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Mackay. Booking flights from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $414, but on average you can expect to pay $740.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Mackay to Melbourne Airport for under $700?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What days are direct flights available from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Mackay to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

    Per day, 1 flight departs from Mackay to Melbourne Airport on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

    For as low as $414, Jetstar can have you in Melbourne Airport from Mackay in 4h 50m. The distance between Mackay and Melbourne Airport is about 1891 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($414), Virgin Australia ($585), and Qantas Airways ($909) offers the cheapest pricing from Mackay to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Jetstar is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Mackay to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $266. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Bonza, as they are both options that can get you from Mackay to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $482, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $275. The most popular route (Mackay - Melbourne), is priced around $465.

  • What does MKY to MEL mean?

    This is defined as Mackay Airport (MKY) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Mackay to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Mackay to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Mackay to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Mackay to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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BonzaCheapest$149Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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