How long is the flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

For as low as $542, Virgin Australia can have you in Melbourne Airport from Mackay in 6h. The distance between Mackay and Melbourne Airport is about 1880 km.

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

According to our current data, Jetstar ($168), and Virgin Australia ($414) offers the cheapest pricing from Mackay to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Jetstar is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MKY to MEL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Mackay to Melbourne?

Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Mackay. Booking flights from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 2 different airlines.

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

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

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

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Fri 27/11

18:35-00:15

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08:10-13:05

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14:10-17:50

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 63 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 Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (average of $484). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Mackay to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $542 and $612 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $464 on Jetstar (19 Oct–21 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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

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7.6

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478 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

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

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7.6

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478 reviews

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7.6

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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

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7.6

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478 reviews

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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

What airport do you fly from for flights from Mackay to Melbourne?
Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Mackay. Booking flights from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 2 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport?
For as low as $542, Virgin Australia can have you in Melbourne Airport from Mackay in 6h. The distance between Mackay and Melbourne Airport is about 1880 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($168), and Virgin Australia ($414) offers the cheapest pricing from Mackay to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Jetstar is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Mackay to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mackay to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne 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 Mackay to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (average of $484). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 63 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 Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Mackay to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $542 and $612 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $464 on Jetstar (19 Oct–21 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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

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Mackay to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $542 and $612 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $464 on Jetstar (19 Oct–21 Oct).