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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Mackay from $209

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MKY
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 May 2026.

Fri 23/1007:10
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop6h 40m
Virgin Australia
Tue 27/1008:20
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop4h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/5$258
Fri 13/1117:10
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop5h 25m
Virgin Australia
Mon 16/1106:30
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop4h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 20/5$289
Thu 16/706:00
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop7h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 20/711:25
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop5h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/5$304
Mon 21/917:10
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop4h 40m
Virgin Australia
Mon 28/913:55
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/5$351
Sun 12/707:10
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop6h 05m
Virgin Australia
Sun 19/713:55
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/5$380
Sun 12/718:45
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/706:20
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5$414
Tue 7/708:10
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop5h 05m
Virgin Australia
Tue 14/706:20
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop5h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/5$430
Mon 13/706:00
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop6h 25m
Qantas Airways
Thu 30/708:10
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop5h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/5$470
Wed 29/715:40
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop5h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 18/813:05
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop5h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/5$471
Wed 29/719:15
MEL
-
MKY
2 stops24h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 18/820:15
MKY
-
MEL
1 stop13h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/5$522
Fri 23/1010:15
MEL
-
MKY
1 stop5h 15m
Qantas Airways
Tue 27/1010:40
MKY
-
MEL
2 stops6h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/5$523

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 24 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$258

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January

Average price

$506
Virgin Australia
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  • 23/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Mackay
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

07:10-12:50

1 stop6h 40m

Mackay

Tue 27/10

08:20-14:15

1 stop4h 55m

$258

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

14:10-21:35

1 stop8h 25m

Mackay

Mon 16/11

13:45-21:15

1 stop6h 30m

$289

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

07:10-13:15

1 stop6h 05m

Mackay

Sun 19/7

17:35-23:50

1 stop6h 15m

$303

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

17:10-21:50

1 stop4h 40m

Mackay

Mon 28/9

13:55-20:20

1 stop6h 25m

$351

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

18:45-12:25

1 stop17h 40m

Mackay

Sun 19/7

06:20-12:00

1 stop5h 40m

$414
Fastest return journey

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

08:10-13:15

1 stop5h 05m

Mackay

Tue 14/7

06:20-11:20

1 stop5h 00m

$430

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

07:00-12:25

1 stop5h 25m

Mackay

Fri 21/8

15:10-23:20

1 stop8h 10m

$470

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

15:40-21:30

1 stop5h 50m

Mackay

Tue 18/8

13:05-18:55

1 stop5h 50m

$471

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

19:15-19:40

2 stops24h 25m

Mackay

Tue 18/8

20:15-09:35

1 stop13h 20m

$522

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

07:10-13:15

1 stop6h 05m

Mackay

Mon 8/6

17:30-23:55

1 stop6h 25m

$597

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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 to Mackay

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Mackay (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Mackay in April is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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.

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

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Mackay is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Mackay, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
543 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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?

    Mackay (MKY), located 3.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Mackay. 2 airlines have flights to Mackay from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Mackay should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Mackay?

    Virgin Australia can get you from Melbourne to Mackay in just under 6h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1880 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Mackay round-trip from $171. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Mackay for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Mackay for a low price.

  • 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 to Mackay?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Mackay (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Mackay in April is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover the top 2 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 24 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$171Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$395Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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