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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne from $210

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — MEL
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Mackay to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 December 2025.

Sat 10/121:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 05mJetstar
Wed 14/114:00MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$397
Thu 15/117:35MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/122:00MEL - MKY
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12$411
Wed 22/406:20MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/416:10MEL - MKY
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$452
Tue 13/115:25MKY - MEL
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/122:00MEL - MKY
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$414
Sat 24/115:20MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 26/106:00MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$888
Thu 26/214:05MKY - MEL
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/306:00MEL - MKY
2 stops5h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$573
Sat 10/115:20MKY - MEL
2 stops7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/121:05MEL - MKY
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12$631
Tue 13/106:00MKY - MEL
2 stops27h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 19/118:50MEL - MKY
2 stops27h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/12$1,923
Fri 1/506:00MKY - MEL
2 stops6h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 2/510:00MEL - MKY
2 stops7h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/12$1,333

Find flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$397

One-way from

$210

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$576
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/1-14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 40m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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20/1
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sat 10/1

21:15-09:20

1 stop11h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

14:00-20:35

1 stop7h 35m

$397

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 15/1

17:35-00:20

1 stop5h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

22:00-20:35

1 stop23h 35m

$411

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 13/1

15:25-00:20

1 stop7h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

22:00-20:35

1 stop23h 35m

$414

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Wed 22/4

06:20-12:20

1 stop6h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

16:10-21:50

1 stop5h 40m

$452

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 26/2

14:05-22:15

1 stop7h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

06:00-10:40

2 stops5h 40m

$573

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sat 10/1

15:20-23:40

2 stops7h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

21:05-07:50

1 stop11h 45m

$631

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sat 24/1

15:20-21:15

1 stop4h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

06:00-12:35

1 stop7h 35m

$888

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 1/5

06:00-12:40

2 stops6h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

10:00-17:05

2 stops7h 05m

$1,333

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 13/1

06:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

18:50-21:45

2 stops27h 55m

$1,923

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 20/1

11:25-17:25

1 stop5h 00m

$210

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mackay to Melbourne is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $165). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 28 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Mackay to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

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
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

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
495 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

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 Mackay to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Mackay to Melbourne, you will be flying from Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Mackay on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Mackay to Melbourne in about 6h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1880 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Jetstar, at $186, was found to be the cheapest airline from Mackay to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. Jetstar is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $165). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 3 airlines flying from Mackay to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to Melbourne. 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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$186Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$417Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$576Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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