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Cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney from $190

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — SYD
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Mon 7/920:15 -
1 stop12h 25m
Tue 15/909:20 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 5/8$379
Thu 3/918:30 -
1 stop3h 50m
Thu 10/906:00 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 6/8$407
Tue 1/918:30 -
1 stop3h 50m
Fri 4/906:00 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 8/8$413
Fri 4/918:30 -
1 stop3h 50m
Fri 11/907:00 -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 7/8$414
Thu 3/918:30 -
1 stop3h 50m
Sun 6/918:00 -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 5/8$416
Fri 4/918:30 -
1 stop3h 50m
Mon 7/917:00 -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 8/8$420
Mon 5/1013:45 -
1 stop4h 25m
Wed 7/1006:00 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 6/8$423
Sat 3/1011:25 -
1 stop7h 15m
Sat 10/1015:00 -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 6/8$437
Sat 12/911:25 -
1 stop7h 15m
Sun 13/916:00 -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 5/8$441
Fri 9/1011:25 -
1 stop4h 15m
Sun 11/1008:00 -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 6/8$454

Find flight deals from Mackay to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mackay (MKY) to Sydney (SYD). 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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$379

One-way from

$190

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$402
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 45m total
  • Mackay to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 30m total
  • Mackay to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($31 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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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Tue 1/9

18:30-22:20

1 stop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

06:00-19:40

1 stop13h 40m

$413

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 4/9

18:30-22:20

1 stop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

07:00-13:05

1 stop6h 05m

$414

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 6/11

11:25-18:10

1 stop5h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

18:00-21:35

1 stop4h 35m

$419
Fastest return journey

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Tue 1/9

18:30-22:20

1 stop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

07:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$420

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 5/10

13:45-19:10

1 stop4h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

06:00-19:40

1 stop14h 40m

$423

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Sat 12/9

11:25-18:40

1 stop7h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

16:00-21:50

1 stop5h 50m

$441

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 11/1

11:25-16:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/1

16:00-21:35

1 stop6h 35m

$450

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 20/8

08:25-12:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

10:30-17:50

1 stop7h 20m

$465

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Sat 19/9

11:25-18:40

1 stop7h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/9

07:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$573

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 9/10

13:05-21:05

1 stop7h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

11:40-16:40

1 stop6h 00m

$595

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Deals found on 9/8

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Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Sydney

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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 39 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Sydney (average of $402). Flying from Mackay to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 $392 and $416 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $379 on Jetstar (7 Sept–15 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 9 August 2026.
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
470 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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
470 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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
1,081 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mackay to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Mackay to Sydney?

    Virgin Australia can get you from Mackay to Sydney in just under 3h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 1432 km between Mackay and Sydney.

  • 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 $372. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $384 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Sydney (average of $402). Flying from Mackay to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Mackay to Sydney

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to Sydney. 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 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$372Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$384Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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