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Cheap flights from Newcastle to Mackay from $143

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NTL — MKY
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newcastle Williamtown to Mackay are usually found in June or February, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newcastle to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newcastle (NTL) 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 27 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$307

One-way from

$143

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$379
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 45m total
  • Newcastle to Mackay
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Newcastle to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($157 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 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 Newcastle to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newcastle to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 August 2025.

Tue 9/915:50NTL - MKY
1 stop4h 45mJetstar
Sat 13/921:15MKY - NTL
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/8$307
Thu 18/915:50NTL - MKY
1 stop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 22/921:15MKY - NTL
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/8$319
Mon 22/915:50NTL - MKY
1 stop4h 45mJetstar
Wed 24/921:15MKY - NTL
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/8$345
Tue 2/915:30NTL - MKY
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/911:25MKY - NTL
1 stop7h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/8$384
Fri 10/1008:45NTL - MKY
1 stop13h 45mVirgin Australia
Fri 17/1006:45MKY - NTL
1 stop12h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/8$398
Thu 18/917:00NTL - MKY
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/921:15MKY - NTL
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$486
Thu 4/915:30NTL - MKY
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 5/911:25MKY - NTL
1 stop23h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/8$499
Tue 2/920:40NTL - MKY
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/917:35MKY - NTL
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$526
Fri 10/1020:40NTL - MKY
2 stops24h 55mJetstar
Fri 17/1021:15MKY - NTL
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/8$573

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Newcastle to Mackay that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newcastle to Mackay that are best for you.

Fly from

Newcastle

Fly to

Mackay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 9/9

15:50-20:35

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

Sat 13/9

21:15-07:15

1 stop10h 00m

$307

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 18/9

15:50-20:35

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

Mon 22/9

21:15-07:15

1 stop10h 00m

$319

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 22/9

15:50-20:35

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

Wed 24/9

21:15-07:15

1 stop10h 00m

$345

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Fri 10/10

08:45-21:30

1 stop13h 45m

Mackay

Fri 17/10

06:45-19:50

1 stop12h 05m

$398

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 18/9

17:00-20:35

2 stops27h 35m

Mackay

Mon 22/9

21:15-07:15

1 stop10h 00m

$486

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Fri 10/10

20:40-20:35

2 stops24h 55m

Mackay

Fri 17/10

21:15-08:15

1 stop10h 00m

$573

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 9/9

07:05-10:40

1 stop3h 35m

Mackay

Sat 13/9

06:00-18:25

3 stops12h 25m

$896

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Sat 15/11

16:55-20:35

1 stop4h 40m

$143

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 18/9

15:50-20:35

1 stop4h 45m

$165

NewcastleMackay

NTL - MKY

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 24/11

07:50-16:50

1 stop10h 00m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Newcastle to Mackay

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newcastle to Mackay

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newcastle to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newcastle to Mackay, you should look to book at least 40 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 Newcastle to Mackay?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Newcastle 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 NTL to MKY?

Find hourly flight availability from Newcastle 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 27 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newcastle to Mackay is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

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 27 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Newcastle 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
7.5
Good
415 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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
468 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Newcastle to Mackay?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Newcastle to Mackay in about 4h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h. The distance from Newcastle to Mackay is about 1318 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $148, Jetstar will fly you from Newcastle to Mackay and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Virgin Australia for as low as $332. Users have found that Jetstar is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newcastle to Mackay?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Mackay?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Newcastle 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 2 airlines flying from Newcastle to Mackay

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Newcastle 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 27 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$148Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$332Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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