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$98+ Cheap flights from Mackay

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 1/12. 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 — BNE
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Mackay

Discover essential information about flights departing from Mackay, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Mackay airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$108

Cheapest round-trip flight

$158

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Brisbane (BNE)

Good round-trip deal

$332 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Mackay is currently to Brisbane.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Mackay is currently to Brisbane.
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On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Mackay (avg. price of $335).
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Brisbane (BNE) is currently the most popular flight destination from Mackay (average return price of $291).
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Cheapest flights from Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thu 25/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 31/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$160
Sun 15/221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 18/219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$161
Mon 2/221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 9/219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$172
Mon 5/121:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/109:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$184
Fri 9/121:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Fri 16/119:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$186
Sun 7/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 11/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/11$201
Sat 11/421:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 16/419:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$228
Wed 10/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 17/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/11$234
Sat 31/111:25MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 4/219:55BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$237
Mon 8/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 11/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 23/11$240
Sun 1/317:35MKY - SYD
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 4/318:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/11$378
Fri 9/115:25MKY - SYD
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 16/108:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/11$398

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Find flights departing from Mackay that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

Fly to

Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 25/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$160

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Sun 15/2

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 18/2

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$161

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Mon 2/2

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Mon 9/2

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$172

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Mon 5/1

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Sun 18/1

09:00-10:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$184

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Sun 7/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Thu 11/12

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$201

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Wed 10/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 17/12

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$234

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Sat 6/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Mon 8/12

19:55-21:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$241

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Sat 31/1

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

09:00-10:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$258

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 9/1

15:25-22:25

1 stop6h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/1

08:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$398

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 9/1

21:15-09:20

1 stop11h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

22:00-10:50

1 stop13h 50m

$441

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Travel insights for flights from Mackay

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mackay is 71 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay (average of $69). Flying from Mackay in December will prove the most costly (average of $161). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Mackay would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Mackay?

When flying from Mackay check dates and pricing for the following: Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Brisbane.

Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $172
Jetstar
Jetstar
From $102
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $201
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $955

What are popular destinations to fly to from Mackay?

Mackay offers frequent flights to Brisbane (225 flights per day), Cairns (12 flights per day) and Rockhampton (12 flights per day).

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $108
Townsville
Townsville
From $169
Rockhampton
Rockhampton
From $229

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Mackay?

The cheapest city to fly to from Mackay is Brisbane, with prices starting at $108. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $108
Townsville
Townsville
From $169
Rockhampton
Rockhampton
From $229

Airline reviews for flights from Mackay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Mackay. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Mackay. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Mackay. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
486 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Mackay. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Mackay?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Mackay are Brisbane, Melbourne Airport, Sydney. Brisbane, Melbourne Airport, Sydney are the most popular locations from Mackay year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Mackay to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Mackay for as low as $108 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $528 to fly from Mackay.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mackay to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Mackay. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Jetstar flights from Mackay to Auckland Intl ($102). Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Adelaide ($172). Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Auckland Intl ($201).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Mackay?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Mackay we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Mackay to Brisbane starting at $1,578

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Mackay is June. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Mackay?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from Mackay:
    Fly from Mackay to Brisbane from $161 round trip

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