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Cheap flights from Darwin to Mackay

DRW — MKY
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 66% on flights from Darwin to Mackay by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia from Darwin to Mackay. 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
424 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Darwin to Mackay round-trip?

    Virgin Australia, at $559, was found to be the cheapest airline from Darwin to Mackay..

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

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$559Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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