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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne from $172

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/8. 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
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

The best prices from Mackay to Melbourne are usually found in August or July, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 (ME1). 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 19 April 2024.

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December

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August

Average price

$599

Round-trip from

$205
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne?

Users have found that leaving on a Saturday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 43% 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?

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 within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $466.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to Melbourne from Mackay average $554. You can even find prices in August for less than $554, as users have found deals to Melbourne from as low as $151. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne from Mackay. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

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

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Mackay to Melbourne 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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Consider these cheap Jetstar flights we've found departing from Mackay to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 14/821:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 21/806:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$474
Wed 14/821:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 21/806:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$513
Mon 27/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/4$544

Cheap Bonza flights from Mackay to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Bonza 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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Bonza flights we've found from Mackay to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 14/810:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 18/807:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 18/4$172
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 26/507:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 19/4$198

Cheap Mackay to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Mackay to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 26/507:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 19/4$198
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/509:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$349
Mon 27/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/4$544
Sun 19/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/509:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$551
Sun 19/515:45MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/506:50MEL - MKY
2 stops24h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$841
Sun 19/513:35MKY - MEL
2 stops22h 15mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/506:50MEL - MKY
2 stops24h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$1,104
Sun 19/517:20MKY - MEL
3 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/522:45MEL - MKY
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,959
Sun 19/517:20MKY - MEL
3 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/523:55MEL - MKY
3 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,332

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 14/810:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 18/807:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 18/4$172
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 26/507:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 19/4$198
Wed 14/810:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/814:10MEL - MKY
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$309
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/509:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$349
Wed 14/810:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/807:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$363
Wed 14/821:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 21/806:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$474
Wed 14/821:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 21/806:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$513
Mon 27/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/4$544
Sun 19/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/509:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$551

Direct flights to Melbourne from Mackay

Discover direct flight options from Mackay to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Mackay to Melbourne. Search for alternative flights from Mackay to Melbourne by utilising the search form above.
Wed 14/810:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 18/807:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 18/4$172
Sun 19/510:45MKY - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mBonza
Sun 26/507:15MEL - MKY
Nonstop2h 55mBonza
Deal found 19/4$198

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Mackay to Melbourne, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Mackay to Melbourne should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 28/709:00MKY - MEL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$197
Sun 28/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$312
Sun 28/713:30MKY - MEL
2 stops7h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$331
Sun 28/415:45MKY - MEL
2 stops18h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$488
Sun 28/712:45MKY - MEL
3 stops22h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/4$1,160
Sun 28/417:35MKY - MEL
3 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$2,840

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 18/8

Nonstop2h 55m

$172

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sun 19/5

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop2h 55m

$198

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop6h 30m

$309

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sun 19/5

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

1 stop5h 55m

$349

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

Nonstop3h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 18/8

1 stop5h 40m

$363

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop14h 30m

$474

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop14h 30m

$513

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Mon 27/5

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 29/5

1 stop14h 30m

$544

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 14/8

2 stops6h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop6h 30m

$591

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

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.
The best time to book flights from Mackay to Melbourne is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 $888 while a return flight costs $390. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne 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

$243

February

$211

March

$242

April

$231

May

$206

June

$218

July

$239

August

$209

September

$234

October

$229

November

$248

December

$273

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 19 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar, Bonza and Virgin Australia from Mackay to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
687 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,013 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Jetstar
6.9
Okay
680 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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?

    For a flight from Mackay to Melbourne, you will be flying from Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Mackay on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Mackay to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Mackay to Melbourne for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Bonza for just $172, but on average you can expect to pay $828.

  • Are there direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 2 direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Mackay to Melbourne is less than $184.

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

    Bonza, at $172, was found to be the cheapest airline from Mackay to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Virgin Australia. Bonza is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Mackay to Melbourne are Virgin Australia ($331), Air New Zealand ($1,160), and Qantas Airways ($2,840).

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

    Consider Bonza, Jetstar or Qantas Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Mackay to Melbourne.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Mackay to Melbourne is generally $597, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $287. When looking at the most popular route, (Mackay - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $172 for that flight.

  • What does MKY to MEL mean?

    Mackay Airport is MKY and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Mackay to Melbourne flight 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 Mackay to Melbourne 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 holiday 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 find direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne.

  • 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 flying from Mackay to Melbourne 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.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Mackay to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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

    The Mackay to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 19/4.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Mackay to Melbourne

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