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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne from $230

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 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — MEL
31 10월 — 7 11월1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mackay to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 1 10월 2025.

Round-trip from

$509

One-way from

$230

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$565
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/11-20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 10m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 10월 2025.

목 13/1106:30MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
목 20/1114:10MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9$509
화 30/917:35MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
목 15/116:10MEL - MKY
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/9$518
수 8/1016:45MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
수 15/1006:30MEL - MKY
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9$521
수 8/1008:30MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
수 15/1015:10MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/9$528
화 23/1215:25MKY - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
일 28/1219:50MEL - MKY
1 stop26h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/9$552
목 4/1211:25MKY - MEL
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
일 7/1207:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/9$566
수 24/1215:25MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 50mVirgin Australia
화 6/107:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/9$581
금 24/1021:15MKY - MEL
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
화 28/1006:30MEL - MKY
2 stops15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 30/9$604

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mackay to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Mackay

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

목 13/11

06:30-13:15

1 stop5h 45m

Melbourne

목 20/11

14:10-20:35

1 stop7h 25m

$509

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

화 23/12

15:25-21:15

1 stop4h 50m

Melbourne

일 28/12

19:50-21:45

1 stop26h 55m

$552

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

수 24/12

15:25-23:15

1 stop6h 50m

Melbourne

화 6/1

07:10-10:40

1 stop4h 30m

$581

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

금 24/10

21:15-11:25

1 stop13h 10m

Melbourne

화 28/10

06:30-20:35

2 stops15h 05m

$604

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

금 14/11

21:15-19:40

2 stops21h 25m

Melbourne

금 21/11

06:05-20:35

1 stop15h 30m

$670

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

화 23/12

11:25-18:15

1 stop5h 50m

Melbourne

일 28/12

08:50-20:35

2 stops12h 45m

$696

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

월 6/10

06:45-12:20

1 stop4h 35m

$251

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

일 5/10

16:55-00:20

1 stop6h 25m

$378

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

수 8/10

08:30-13:20

1 stop27h 50m

$436

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

일 5/10

21:15-15:35

2 stops17h 20m

$471

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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 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mackay to Melbourne is 75 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Mackay to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 10월 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Mackay to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mackay to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 1 10월 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
417 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
417 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
417 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
910 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
417 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

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 Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly from Mackay to Melbourne in about 4h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 20m. 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 $209, 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 60% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 1 10월 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$209Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$424Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$431Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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