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$181+ Cheap flights to 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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MKY
23 nov. — 30 nov.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Mackay in 2025

Find the latest flights to Mackay in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 24 octobre 2025.

Return from

$384

One-way from

$194

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$430
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/11-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 21/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 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 24 octobre 2025.

mer. 19/1113:55SYD - MKY
1 stop7h 40mJetstar
ven. 28/1121:15MKY - SYD
1 stop23h 55mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$384
mer. 19/1106:20SYD - MKY
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
mer. 26/1121:15MKY - SYD
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$392
mer. 24/1218:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
jeu. 15/117:35MKY - SYD
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/10$397
ven. 7/1117:00SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
lun. 10/1117:35MKY - SYD
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/10$398
mer. 24/1218:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
sam. 10/111:25MKY - SYD
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/10$401
mer. 19/1118:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 35mVirgin Australia
mer. 26/1111:25MKY - SYD
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/10$404
jeu. 6/1108:30SYD - MKY
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
lun. 10/1111:25MKY - SYD
1 stop6h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/10$410
dim. 26/1008:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 40mVirgin Australia
mer. 29/1006:25MKY - SYD
1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/10$418
ven. 31/1018:30SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
dim. 2/1113:55MKY - SYD
1 stop16h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/10$435
mer. 12/1110:00SYD - MKY
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
mer. 12/1121:15MKY - SYD
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10$437
dim. 7/1213:00SYD - MKY
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
dim. 14/1206:30MKY - SYD
1 stop6h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/10$467
lun. 27/1020:00SYD - MKY
1 stop26h 35mVirgin Australia
ven. 31/1017:35MKY - SYD
1 stop14h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/10$493

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 19/11

13:55-20:35

1 stop7h 40m

Mackay

ven. 28/11

21:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

$384

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 24/12

18:00-21:45

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

jeu. 15/1

17:35-22:25

1 stop3h 50m

$397

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 12/11

13:55-20:35

1 stop7h 40m

Mackay

sam. 22/11

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

$398

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 24/12

18:00-21:45

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

sam. 10/1

11:25-18:40

1 stop6h 15m

$401

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 5/11

06:20-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

Mackay

dim. 9/11

06:30-11:40

1 stop4h 10m

$404

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 19/11

18:00-21:35

1 stop4h 35m

Mackay

mer. 26/11

11:25-18:10

1 stop5h 45m

$404

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 6/11

08:30-13:15

1 stop5h 45m

Mackay

lun. 10/11

11:25-19:10

1 stop6h 45m

$410

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 3/11

06:20-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

Mackay

ven. 7/11

21:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

$424

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 2/11

08:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

Mackay

ven. 7/11

21:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

$440

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 5/11

09:00-16:50

1 stop8h 50m

Mackay

jeu. 6/11

17:35-19:10

1 stop24h 35m

$447

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Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mackay. 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 Mackay. Reviews last updated 24 octobre 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar to Australia. 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
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

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
421 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

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
922 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

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
477 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

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.

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 $81, while return flights cost around $101.

  • How much is a return flight to Mackay?

    A return flight to Mackay will typically cost around $220, however they can be found for as little as $101.

  • 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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