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Cheap flights from Mackay to New Zealand from $733

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — AKL
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mackay to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$733

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$891
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 5/2-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • Mackay to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Mackay to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Thu 5/217:55MKY - AKL
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/206:50AKL - MKY
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$733
Tue 26/520:05MKY - AKL
1 stop15h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 28/506:10AKL - MKY
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$755
Tue 26/511:25MKY - AKL
1 stop11h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 28/506:10AKL - MKY
1 stop9h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/1$839

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Mackay

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New Zealand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayAuckland

MKY - AKL

MKYAKL

Mackay

Thu 5/2

17:55-00:25

1 stop27h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/2

06:50-14:35

1 stop10h 45m

$733

MackayAuckland

MKY - AKL

MKYAKL

Mackay

Tue 26/5

11:25-00:45

1 stop11h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

06:10-13:15

1 stop9h 05m

$839

MackayAuckland

MKY - AKL

MKYAKL

Mackay

Thu 5/2

20:00-00:25

1 stop25h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/2

06:15-21:45

1 stop18h 30m

$871

MackayAuckland

MKY - AKL

MKYAKL

Mackay

Tue 26/5

20:05-23:55

1 stop25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

06:10-19:30

1 stop15h 20m

$957

MackayAuckland

MKY - AKL

MKYAKL

Mackay

Mon 9/3

10:40-00:45

1 stop11h 05m

$1,213

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Deals found on 4/1

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New Zealand (average of $114). Flying from Mackay to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $877). 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 New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Mackay to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
967 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
500 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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

    Mackay (MKY), located 3.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Mackay to New Zealand.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to New Zealand?

    For as low as $839, Virgin Australia can have you in New Zealand from Mackay in 11h 20m. There are 3029 km between Mackay and New Zealand. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to New Zealand?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New Zealand (average of $114). Flying from Mackay to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $877). 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 4 airlines flying from Mackay to New Zealand

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to New Zealand. 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$110Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$213Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$398Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$657Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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