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Cheap flights from Sydney to Mackay from $208

SYD — MKY
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Mackay

Wed 7/1006:00 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sun 18/1020:15 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 26/8$380
Wed 14/1006:00 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sun 18/1020:15 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 27/8$391
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop4h 40m
Mon 26/1013:45 -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 30/8$412
Mon 21/918:00 -
1 stop3h 50m
Wed 23/913:45 -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 28/8$417
Wed 4/1117:00 -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 10/1106:30 -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 30/8$420
Tue 8/909:00 -
1 stop4h 05m
Mon 14/920:15 -
1 stop12h 25m
Deal found 31/8$433
Sun 11/1010:00 -
1 stop4h 05m
Fri 16/1011:25 -
1 stop4h 15m
Deal found 30/8$444
Wed 30/906:00 -
1 stop15h 50m
Wed 7/1006:20 -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 31/8$449
Thu 1/1006:00 -
1 stop11h 50m
Mon 5/1006:20 -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 28/8$451
Sun 13/908:00 -
1 stop5h 05m
Wed 16/920:15 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 29/8$456
Fri 4/918:00 -
1 stop3h 50m
Mon 7/906:20 -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 30/8$462

Find flight deals from Sydney to Mackay

Round-trip from

$380

One-way from

$208

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$441
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/10-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 18/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

06:00-19:40

1 stop14h 40m

Mackay

Sun 18/10

20:15-09:55

1 stop12h 40m

$380

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

06:00-19:40

1 stop14h 40m

Mackay

Sun 18/10

20:15-09:55

1 stop12h 40m

$391

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

07:00-10:40

1 stop4h 40m

Mackay

Mon 26/10

13:45-18:40

1 stop3h 55m

$412

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

10:00-17:50

1 stop7h 50m

Mackay

Mon 12/10

20:25-09:40

1 stop12h 15m

$417
Fastest return journey

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

18:00-21:50

1 stop3h 50m

Mackay

Wed 23/9

13:45-17:40

1 stop3h 55m

$417

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

19:00-21:50

1 stop3h 50m

Mackay

Tue 20/10

06:20-11:40

1 stop4h 20m

$417

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

18:30-21:35

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Tue 24/11

06:30-12:40

1 stop5h 10m

$420

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

10:00-13:05

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Fri 16/10

11:25-16:40

1 stop4h 15m

$444

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

06:00-17:50

1 stop11h 50m

Mackay

Mon 5/10

06:20-22:20

1 stop15h 00m

$451

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

06:00-21:50

1 stop15h 50m

Mackay

Thu 1/10

06:20-21:40

1 stop15h 20m

$482

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Mackay

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

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

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Mackay?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Mackay (average of $394). Flying from Sydney to Mackay in April is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 Sydney to Mackay?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Mackay flights typically cost between $387 and $491 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $380 on Jetstar (7 Oct–18 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia from Sydney 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
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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
473 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Mackay?

    Departing from Sydney to Mackay will take you 4h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1432 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Mackay, with prices starting at $358. Virgin Australia is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Mackay are Jetstar ($150), Virgin Australia ($183), and Qantas Airways ($299).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Mackay (average of $394). Flying from Sydney to Mackay in April is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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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Virgin Australia flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Mackay

Top airline flying from Sydney to Mackay

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$358Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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