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Cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney from $187

MKY — SYD
5 Oct — 12 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to Sydney

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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Sydney

Mon 12/1020:25 -
1 stop12h 15m
Wed 21/1006:00 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 4/9$355
Mon 19/1020:15 -
1 stop12h 25m
Fri 23/1019:00 -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 2/9$394
Mon 19/1020:15 -
1 stop12h 25m
Mon 26/1008:00 -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 4/9$409
Thu 8/1013:45 -
1 stop4h 25m
Sun 11/1018:30 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 4/9$415
Tue 10/1106:30 -
1 stop7h 10m
Sun 15/1108:00 -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 2/9$418
Fri 9/1013:45 -
1 stop4h 55m
Sun 11/1008:00 -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 4/9$419

Find flight deals from Mackay to Sydney

Round-trip from

$355

One-way from

$187

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$422
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • Mackay to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 25m total
  • Mackay to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($29 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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MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 28/9

08:25-14:40

1 stop6h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$203

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 2/11

11:25-18:40

1 stop6h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$208

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 8/10

20:25-18:10

1 stop20h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$215

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Tue 15/9

06:20-11:40

1 stop5h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$229

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 14/9

11:25-17:40

1 stop6h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$230
Fastest return journey

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Wed 23/12

13:45-19:40

1 stop4h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$287

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 12/10

20:25-09:40

1 stop12h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

06:00-19:40

1 stop14h 40m

$355

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 19/10

20:15-09:40

1 stop12h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

08:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$409

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Wed 30/9

18:30-22:20

1 stop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

17:00-21:50

1 stop5h 50m

$418

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 9/10

13:45-19:40

1 stop4h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

08:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$419

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Mackay with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mackay to Sydney

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

The best time to book flights from Mackay to Sydney is 69 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 Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Sydney (average of $407). Flying from Mackay to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 Sydney?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Mackay to Sydney flights typically cost between $401 and $519 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $355 on Jetstar (12 Oct–21 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Mackay to Sydney 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
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,090 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

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

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to Sydney?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Mackay to Sydney in just under 3h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 25m. There are 1432 km between Mackay and Sydney. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $366. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $377 round trip. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mackay to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mackay to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Sydney (average of $407). Flying from Mackay to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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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Fly from Mackay to Sydney on these airlines

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Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Top 2 airlines flying from Mackay to Sydney

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$366Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$377Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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