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$80+ 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 4/10. 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
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 16 September 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$79

Cheapest round-trip flight

$161

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Brisbane (BNE)

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 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 $331).
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Brisbane (BNE) is currently the most popular flight destination from Mackay (average return price of $202).
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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 16 September 2025.

Wed 8/1021:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Sat 11/1019:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$161
Sat 4/1021:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Sat 11/1019:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$170
Wed 29/1021:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 5/1119:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$183
Wed 22/1021:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 30/1019:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$185
Thu 30/1021:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 6/1119:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$186
Fri 14/1121:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 18/1119:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$195
Thu 30/1017:35MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 14/1119:55BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$209
Tue 9/1208:20MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$216
Fri 31/1017:35MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/1111:25BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$219
Sun 12/1006:45MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1019:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$227
Tue 7/1008:30MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1019:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$245
Mon 22/917:35MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/917:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$398

Find flights from Mackay within your budget

 
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 16 September 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Wed 29/10

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 5/11

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$183

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 30/10

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Mon 3/11

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$183

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 30/10

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Thu 6/11

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$186

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Fri 14/11

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Tue 18/11

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$195

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 9/12

08:20-09:50

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 12/12

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$216

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Fri 31/10

17:35-19:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 7/11

11:25-13:15

Nonstop1h 50m

$219

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 14/10

08:30-10:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$227

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 12/3

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Sun 15/3

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$248

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Fri 9/1

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Tue 13/1

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$255

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Mon 15/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

Fri 19/12

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$270

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Travel insights for flights from Mackay

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Mackay including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mackay is 45 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 $68). Flying from Mackay in December will prove the most costly (average of $144). 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 14 September 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 $110
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $136
Jetstar
Jetstar
From $81
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $621

What are popular destinations to fly to from Mackay?

Mackay offers frequent flights to Brisbane (198 flights per day), Rockhampton (12 flights per day) and Cairns (10 flights per day).

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $53
Townsville
Townsville
From $140
Rockhampton
Rockhampton
From $104

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Mackay?

The cheapest city to fly to from Mackay is Brisbane, with prices starting at $79. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $53
Rockhampton
Rockhampton
From $104
Townsville
Townsville
From $140

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
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
905 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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 16 September 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 $79 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $409 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 ($121). Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Adelaide ($165). Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Albury ($204).

  • 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 $1,558

  • 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.

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