How long is the flight from Wellington to Mackay?

Departing from Wellington to Mackay will take you 22h 55m. Wellington and Mackay are separated by a distance of 3285 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 310.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Mackay when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

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How long is the flight from Wellington to Mackay?
Departing from Wellington to Mackay will take you 22h 55m. Wellington and Mackay are separated by a distance of 3285 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Wellington to Mackay that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Wellington to Mackay flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Mackay?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wellington to Mackay.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Wellington to Mackay?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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.

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