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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay from $230

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MKY
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Mackay (MKY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$429

One-way from

$230

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$538
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/9-13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 25h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Mackay
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 15 August 2025.

Sat 6/906:30MEL - MKY
2 stops14h 05mJetstar
Sat 13/921:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 15/8$429
Thu 2/1006:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Mon 13/1021:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 13/8$455
Sat 13/915:05MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 30mJetstar
Sat 20/921:15MKY - MEL
2 stops13h 00mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$465
Fri 26/906:00MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/917:35MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/8$511
Wed 1/1015:10MEL - MKY
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 15/1011:25MKY - MEL
1 stop7h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/8$514
Mon 20/1006:05MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 21/1008:30MKY - MEL
1 stop14h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$515

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Mackay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

06:30-20:35

2 stops14h 05m

Mackay

Sat 13/9

21:15-08:55

1 stop11h 40m

$429

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 2/10

06:10-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Mackay

Mon 13/10

21:15-09:55

1 stop11h 40m

$455

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 2/10

06:10-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Mackay

Tue 14/10

16:45-23:40

1 stop5h 55m

$465

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

15:05-20:35

1 stop5h 30m

Mackay

Sat 20/9

21:15-10:15

2 stops13h 00m

$465

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

06:00-10:40

1 stop4h 40m

Mackay

Tue 30/9

17:35-22:20

1 stop4h 45m

$511

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

15:10-21:30

1 stop6h 20m

Mackay

Wed 15/10

11:25-20:20

1 stop7h 55m

$514

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

07:30-20:35

1 stop13h 05m

$230

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

06:30-20:35

2 stops15h 05m

$235

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

06:05-20:35

1 stop15h 30m

$236

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

06:00-10:40

1 stop4h 40m

$282

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Mackay

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Mackay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 15 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
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Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
463 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Mackay. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

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

    Jetstar, at $235, 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 57% 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Mackay. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$235Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$434Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$584Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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