Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between $204 and $351 in August. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Jetstar (11 Aug–17 Aug).

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

How often are flights from Brisbane to Mackay delayed?

Accepted Answer

About 18% of weekly flights between Brisbane and Mackay have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

Question 3

How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between $204 and $351 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Jetstar (11 Aug–17 Aug).

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Question 6

How popular is this Brisbane to Mackay flight route?

Accepted Answer

Within the past month, 1,069 users have taken a look at flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

Question 7

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

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Airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways fly from Brisbane to Mackay in about 1h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Brisbane and Mackay are separated by a distance of 798 km. Most flights are nonstop.

Question 8

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Mackay round-trip?

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Mackay round-trip from $91. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $140, and Qantas Airways, from $203. Jetstar is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $71. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Brisbane to Mackay for a low price.

Question 10

How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Mackay, you should look to book at least 29 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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay (average of $189). Flying from Brisbane to Mackay in June is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay

Accepted Answer

The most flights from BNE to MKY are scheduled on a Wednesday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 inches 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.

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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).

Question 16

What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

While on average a flight from Brisbane to Mackay is generally $256, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (Brisbane - Mackay), you can expect to pay $183 for that flight.

Question 17

What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight to Mackay from Brisbane, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (100%), Emirates (87%), Air New Zealand( 87%).

Question 18

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from Brisbane to Mackay are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

It’s typically best to fly out from Brisbane to Mackay in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Question 20

What airports do I use to fly from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Booking a flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Brisbane to Mackay. On a typical day, there are 33 flights from Brisbane to Mackay, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay.

Question 21

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

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

Question 22

How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

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

Question 23

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

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

Question 24

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Deals for Brisbane to Mackay flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 25

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Brisbane to Mackay for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 26

Can Cheapflights find flights from Brisbane to Mackay with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Need flexible booking options for your flight to Mackay from Brisbane? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Question 27

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Brisbane to Mackay become cheaper?

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Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Brisbane to Mackay and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Round-trip from	$183
One-way from	$139
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$291
Good round-trip deal	$187 or less
Good one-way deal	$156 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$91	Average$193	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$140	Average$328	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$203	Average$413	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Mackay, you should look to book at least 29 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.

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

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Brisbane to Mackay in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay

The most flights from BNE to MKY are scheduled on a Wednesday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How often are flights from Brisbane to Mackay delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Brisbane and Mackay have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Brisbane to Mackay 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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