How long is the flight from Mackay to New Zealand?

For as low as $1,044, Emirates can have you in New Zealand from Mackay in 6h 55m. There are 3029 km between Mackay and New Zealand. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 11.0 C).

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

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

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.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Mackay to New Zealand?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to New Zealand 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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Deal found 5/10$949

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Deal found 4/10$1,021

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Round-trip from	$893
One-way from	$518
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	$817

Qantas Airways
18/2-21/2
2 total stops
17h 55m total
Mackay to New Zealand

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21/11-31/12
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12h 20m total
Mackay to New Zealand

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MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Tue 12/1

06:30-16:40

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$527

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Mon 4/1

08:20-18:35

1 stop7h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$528

Fastest return journey

MackayChristchurch

MKY Mackay - CHC Christchurch

MKYCHC

Mackay

Wed 10/3

14:50-00:25

1 stop6h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$531

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Wed 13/1

06:30-16:40

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$533

MackayAuckland

MKY Mackay - AKL Auckland Intl

MKYAKL

Mackay

Sat 21/11

09:25-06:10

2 stops17h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$537

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Mon 11/1

06:30-18:35

1 stop9h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$545

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Fri 15/1

06:30-16:40

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$557

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Sat 9/1

06:30-18:35

1 stop9h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$557

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Sun 10/1

06:30-16:40

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$557

MackayQueenstown

MKY Mackay - ZQN Queenstown Intl

MKYZQN

Mackay

Thu 14/1

18:35-12:50

2 stops15h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$570

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New Zealand (average of $764). Flying from Mackay to New Zealand in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,161). 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Qantas 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.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

479 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

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

479 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

479 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

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,104 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

479 reviews

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Reviews

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 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 $1,044, Emirates can have you in New Zealand from Mackay in 6h 55m. There are 3029 km between Mackay and New Zealand. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Mackay to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Mackay to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Mackay to New Zealand?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mackay to New Zealand.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Mackay to New Zealand?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to New Zealand (average of $764). Flying from Mackay to New Zealand in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,161). 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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Qantas Airways	Cheapest$614	Average$914	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$761	Average$959	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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