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Cheap flights from Mackay to Australia from $104

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — SYD
4 jan — 11 jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 dezembro 2025.

sáb 20/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
qua 31/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$265
dom 14/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
qua 17/1206:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$266
sáb 6/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
sex 9/119:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$327
sex 5/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
sáb 6/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$352
sáb 6/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
ter 9/1219:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$377
sex 19/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
ter 23/1206:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$378
ter 30/1208:20MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mVirgin Australia
qui 1/120:05BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$383
qua 31/1221:15MKY - SYD
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
qua 7/117:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$413
sáb 6/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
sex 9/106:40BNE - MKY
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$417
sáb 20/1221:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
qua 24/1206:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$420
dom 21/1217:35MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
qui 25/1209:10MEL - MKY
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$537
seg 8/1208:20MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
ter 9/1215:10MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$538

Find flight deals from Mackay to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mackay to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 5 dezembro 2025.

Round-trip from

$183

One-way from

$124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$495

Good round-trip deal

$367 or less

Good one-way deal

$204 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/1-24/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Mackay to Australia
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Mackay to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 dezembro 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mackay to Australia that are best for you.

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Mackay

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Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

sáb 17/1

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

sáb 24/1

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$183

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

qua 18/2

08:20-09:50

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

qua 18/2

19:55-21:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$230

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

seg 5/1

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

dom 18/1

09:00-10:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$233

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

dom 1/2

17:35-19:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Brisbane

qui 5/2

11:25-13:15

Nonstop1h 50m

$259

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

sáb 17/1

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

sáb 24/1

06:40-11:10

1 stop4h 30m

$281

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

sáb 17/1

09:35-15:45

1 stop6h 10m

Brisbane

sáb 24/1

06:40-11:10

1 stop4h 30m

$355

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

sex 9/1

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ter 13/1

15:55-20:35

1 stop5h 40m

$378

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

sex 19/12

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Brisbane

ter 23/12

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$378

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

sex 9/1

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

seg 12/1

17:00-20:35

1 stop4h 35m

$381

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

seg 5/1

09:35-18:30

1 stop8h 55m

Brisbane

dom 18/1

08:25-16:55

1 stop8h 30m

$404

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mackay to Australia

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Australia (average of $68). Flying from Mackay to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MKY to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Mackay to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 dezembro 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Mackay to Australia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mackay to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to Australia flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Mackay to Australia delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Mackay and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Mackay to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Mackay to Australia flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 5 dezembro 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Mackay to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

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
426 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

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
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

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
488 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mackay to Australia. 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 Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from Mackay, you will be flying from Mackay, which is the city’s only airport. Mackay (MKY) is located 3.3 km from the centre of Mackay.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to Australia?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Mackay to Australia in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 798 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $72. Users have also found prices from $106 and $108 on Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Mackay to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from Mackay to Australia are Mackay - Brisbane, Mackay - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Mackay - Melbourne.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mackay to Australia.

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Australia (average of $68). Flying from Mackay to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Mackay to Australia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 dezembro 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$98Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$172Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$198Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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