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Cheap flights from Sydney to Mackay from $197

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MKY
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 March 2026.

Sat 22/813:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Mon 24/811:25
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/2$398
Sun 29/308:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop5h 50m
Virgin Australia
Tue 31/313:45
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/2$400
Thu 23/406:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/411:25
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$401
Thu 20/807:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop3h 40m
Virgin Australia
Tue 25/817:30
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/3$408
Fri 21/809:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 15m
Virgin Australia
Tue 25/817:30
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/3$410
Tue 31/307:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 40m
Virgin Australia
Tue 7/413:55
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/3$413
Mon 13/413:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Mon 20/417:30
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/2$414
Wed 18/306:20
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/317:35
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$421
Mon 16/317:00
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop5h 35m
Virgin Australia
Fri 20/311:25
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/3$428
Tue 3/318:30
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/321:15
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$431
Fri 6/318:30
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 05m
Virgin Australia
Sun 8/314:05
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/3$438
Sat 7/307:30
SYD
-
MKY
1 stop4h 10m
Virgin Australia
Mon 9/317:35
MKY
-
SYD
1 stop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/3$440

Find flight deals from Sydney to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 3 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$398

One-way from

$214

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$379
Virgin Australia
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  • 22/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 05m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 3 March 2026.
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Return

Price

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 29/3

08:00-12:50

1 stop5h 50m

Mackay

Tue 31/3

13:45-19:40

1 stop4h 55m

$400

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:00-13:15

1 stop4h 15m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

17:30-22:20

1 stop4h 50m

$410

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

13:00-16:50

1 stop3h 50m

Mackay

Mon 20/4

17:30-22:20

1 stop4h 50m

$414

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

16:00-21:50

1 stop5h 50m

Mackay

Tue 21/4

06:20-10:40

1 stop4h 20m

$414

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

17:00-21:35

1 stop5h 35m

Mackay

Fri 20/3

11:25-17:40

1 stop5h 15m

$428

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

07:30-13:15

1 stop5h 45m

Mackay

Thu 28/5

06:20-10:40

1 stop4h 20m

$448

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

13:00-16:50

1 stop3h 50m

Mackay

Mon 24/8

09:25-16:00

2 stops6h 35m

$666

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

07:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

09:25-16:00

2 stops6h 35m

$668

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

17:00-21:50

1 stop4h 50m

$197

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

14:55-19:15

1 stop5h 20m

$390

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

Booking 50 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Mackay (average of $91). Flying from Sydney to Mackay in December is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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.

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 3 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar 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
445 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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
445 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,001 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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
527 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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 Sydney 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 Sydney to Mackay?

    Departing from Sydney to Mackay will take you 5h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1432 km.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Mackay, with prices starting at $162. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $342 and $537, respectively. Jetstar is 59% 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 ($145), Virgin Australia ($182), and Qantas Airways ($291).

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Mackay (average of $91). Flying from Sydney to Mackay in December is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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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Fly from Sydney to Mackay on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Mackay. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 3 March 2026.
Virgin Australia flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Mackay
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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 3 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$162Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$342Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$537Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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