How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay can take about 5h 30m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $395. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Mackay is about 1880 km. Find deals

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

Jetstar, at $218, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Mackay.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now. Find deals

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.

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).

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

Before booking your flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay from Melbourne?

For a flight from Melbourne to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre vof the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Mackay from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Mackay?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Mackay are usually found in March or April, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from	$395
One-way from	$195
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$564

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11/10-18/10
2 total stops
17h 10m total
Melbourne to Mackay

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15/10
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15h 25m total
Melbourne to Mackay

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Sat 11/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Sat 18/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$395

Wed 8/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Sat 11/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$428

Wed 8/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Mon 13/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$453

Wed 8/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Fri 10/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop21h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$461

Wed 15/1020:35MEL - MKY

1 stop25h 00mJetstar

Wed 22/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$462

Sun 12/1007:10MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$483

Thu 9/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Sat 11/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$522

Thu 25/910:10MEL - MKY

1 stop6h 45mVirgin Australia

Tue 30/917:35MKY - MEL

1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$531

Wed 1/1016:10MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia

Wed 8/1008:30MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$534

Wed 17/916:10MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia

Tue 23/917:35MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$537

Best flights from Melbourne to Mackay
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Sat 11/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Sat 18/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$395

Sun 12/1007:10MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$483

Thu 15/107:10MEL - MKY

1 stop10h 40mVirgin Australia

Fri 30/108:20MKY - MEL

1 stop5h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$516

Thu 5/210:05MEL - MKY

1 stop11h 30mJetstar

Sun 8/221:15MKY - MEL

1 stop13h 20mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$450

Wed 8/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Mon 13/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$453

Wed 1/1017:10MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia

Sun 5/1013:55MKY - MEL

1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$546

Wed 15/1020:35MEL - MKY

1 stop25h 00mJetstar

Wed 22/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$462

Mon 6/1020:50MEL - MKY

1 stop12h 00mVirgin Australia

Mon 13/1016:45MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 35mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$573

Tue 7/1016:10MEL - MKY

1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia

Mon 13/1008:30MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$587

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Mackay
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 17/916:10MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia

Tue 23/917:35MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$537

Thu 25/910:10MEL - MKY

1 stop6h 45mVirgin Australia

Tue 30/917:35MKY - MEL

1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$531

Wed 1/1016:10MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia

Wed 8/1008:30MKY - MEL

1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9$534

Wed 8/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Sat 11/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$428

Wed 8/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Mon 13/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$453

Wed 8/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Fri 10/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop21h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$461

Thu 9/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Sat 11/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$522

Sat 11/1016:05MEL - MKY

1 stop5h 30mJetstar

Sat 18/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 14/9$395

Sun 12/1007:10MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$483

Wed 15/1020:35MEL - MKY

1 stop25h 00mJetstar

Wed 22/1021:15MKY - MEL

1 stop11h 40mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$462

One-way flights from Melbourne to Mackay
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Mackay. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1006:10MEL - MKY

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$195

Fri 19/906:00MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$270

Mon 6/1010:10MEL - MKY

1 stop12h 20mVirgin Australia

Deal found 16/9$275

Sun 21/909:10MEL - MKY

1 stop12h 20mVirgin Australia

Deal found 13/9$278

Sun 19/1014:10MEL - MKY

1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$287

Sat 20/908:00MEL - MKY

1 stop8h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$359

Mon 22/917:10MEL - MKY

1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$389

Sun 19/1006:10MEL - MKY

2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$441

Fri 19/919:30MEL - MKY

2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$468

Sat 20/909:00MEL - MKY

2 stops7h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 15/9$593

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Sat 11/10

16:05-20:35

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Sat 18/10

21:15-09:55

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10:05-20:35

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21:15-11:35

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MEL - MKY

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06:10-20:35

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21:15-09:55

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MEL - MKY

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20:35-20:35

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Mackay

Wed 22/10

21:15-09:55

1 stop11h 40m

$462

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

07:10-10:50

1 stop4h 40m

Mackay

Sun 19/10

21:15-09:55

1 stop11h 40m

$483

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

07:10-16:50

1 stop10h 40m

Mackay

Fri 30/1

08:20-15:15

1 stop5h 55m

$516

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

17:10-21:30

1 stop4h 20m

Mackay

Sun 5/10

13:55-22:20

1 stop7h 25m

$546

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

20:50-07:50

1 stop12h 00m

Mackay

Mon 13/10

16:45-22:20

1 stop4h 35m

$573

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

16:10-21:30

1 stop6h 20m

Mackay

Mon 13/10

08:30-14:20

1 stop4h 50m

$587

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

06:10-20:35

1 stop15h 25m

$195

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay

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

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Mackay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 MEL to MKY?

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Mackay to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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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

416 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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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

905 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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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

474 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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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 airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay from Melbourne?
For a flight from Melbourne to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre vof the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Mackay from Melbourne on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?
A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay can take about 5h 30m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $395. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Mackay is about 1880 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Mackay round-trip?
Jetstar, at $218, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Mackay.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Mackay that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Mackay flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Mackay?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Mackay.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Mackay?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Mackay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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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Jetstar	Cheapest$218	Average$428	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$424	Average$529	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$571	Average$837	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Mackay are usually found in March or April, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Mackay to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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