What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

For a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

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

Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay?

Mackay is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay. One-way flights to Mackay typically cost $75, while return flights cost around $78.

How much is a return flight to Mackay?

A return flight to Mackay will typically cost around $148, however they can be found for as little as $50.

Where does the fastest flight to Mackay depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Mackay, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 35 minutes).

Does Mackay have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Mackay?

Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 km away from Mackay).

$220+ Flights to Mackay, Australia

Flights to Mackay in 2025

Return from	$336
One-way from	$220
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$487

Jetstar
13/5-16/5
2 total stops
46h 40m total
Sydney to Mackay

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Virgin Australia
18/5
1 total stop
4h 30m total
Sydney to Mackay

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Mackay. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Tue 13/520:00SYD - MKY

1 stop24h 35mJetstar

Fri 16/521:15MKY - SYD

1 stop22h 05mJetstar

Deal found 29/4$336

Tue 6/517:00SYD - MKY

1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia

Tue 13/511:25MKY - SYD

1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia

Deal found 28/4$412

Thu 12/607:30SYD - MKY

2 stops9h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 15/621:15MKY - SYD

1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/4$626

Wed 4/613:55SYD - MKY

1 stop7h 30mQantas Airways

Wed 11/611:15MKY - SYD

2 stops6h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/4$796

Wed 4/618:20SYD - MKY

2 stops23h 00mAir New Zealand

Wed 11/612:55MKY - SYD

2 stops19h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/4$1,543

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Tue 13/520:00SYD - MKY

1 stop24h 35mJetstar

Fri 16/521:15MKY - SYD

1 stop22h 05mJetstar

Deal found 29/4$336

Thu 12/606:00SYD - MKY

1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 19/606:20MKY - SYD

1 stop4h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/4$375

Tue 6/517:00SYD - MKY

1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia

Tue 13/511:25MKY - SYD

1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia

Deal found 28/4$412

Wed 4/613:55SYD - MKY

1 stop7h 30mQantas Airways

Wed 11/611:15MKY - SYD

2 stops6h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/4$796

Wed 4/618:20SYD - MKY

2 stops23h 00mAir New Zealand

Wed 11/612:55MKY - SYD

2 stops19h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/4$1,543

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Thu 1/506:30SYD - MKY

1 stop4h 05mQantas Airways

Wed 7/511:15MKY - SYD

1 stop4h 35mQantas Airways

Deal found 30/4$760

Tue 6/517:00SYD - MKY

1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia

Tue 13/511:25MKY - SYD

1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia

Deal found 28/4$412

Tue 6/517:00SYD - MKY

1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines

Tue 13/518:00MKY - SYD

2 stops13h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/4$662

Tue 13/520:00SYD - MKY

1 stop24h 35mJetstar

Fri 16/521:15MKY - SYD

1 stop22h 05mJetstar

Deal found 29/4$336

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Return

Price

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

20:00-20:35

1 stop24h 35m

Mackay

Fri 16/5

21:15-19:20

1 stop22h 05m

$336

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/6

07:30-16:55

2 stops9h 25m

Mackay

Sun 15/6

21:15-08:35

1 stop11h 20m

$626

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/6

09:10-16:55

2 stops7h 45m

Mackay

Sat 21/6

12:55-22:20

1 stop9h 25m

$765

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/6

18:20-17:20

2 stops23h 00m

Mackay

Wed 11/6

12:55-08:15

2 stops19h 20m

$1,543

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

06:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

$220

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/5

06:00-20:35

2 stops38h 35m

$295

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

06:30-17:20

2 stops10h 50m

$384

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

22:00-16:55

3 stops18h 55m

$475

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Mackay

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Mackay, you should look to book at least 68 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.

How long is the flight to Mackay?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Mackay takes 3 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Mackay from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Mackay?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Mackay should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Mackay?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay are Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar.

Virgin Australia

From $237

Qantas Airways

From $330

Jetstar

From $122

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Mackay?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in Mackay by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 310.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Mackay when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Mackay by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

829 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Virgin Australia

7.5

Good

400 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Jetstar

6.6

Okay

439 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

472 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

FAQs about flying to Mackay

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?
For a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city.
Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay?
Mackay is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay. One-way flights to Mackay typically cost $75, while return flights cost around $78.
How much is a return flight to Mackay?
A return flight to Mackay will typically cost around $148, however they can be found for as little as $50.
Where does the fastest flight to Mackay depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Mackay, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 35 minutes).
Does Mackay have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Mackay?
Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 km away from Mackay).

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

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What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay?

How much is a return flight to Mackay?

Where does the fastest flight to Mackay depart from?

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