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Cheap flights from Mackay to Brisbane from $100

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — BNE
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Mackay to Brisbane are usually found in June or April, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$185

One-way from

$100

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$266

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/4-26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Mackay to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Mackay to Brisbane
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2025.

Tue 15/421:10MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Sat 26/419:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 22/1$185
Thu 6/309:15MKY - BNE
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/319:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$252
Thu 6/317:55MKY - BNE
1 stop3h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 7/306:30BNE - MKY
1 stop4h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$314
Mon 27/116:45MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/114:15BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/1$327

Find flights from Mackay to Brisbane within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Brisbane 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 23 January 2025.

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MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 15/4

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

Brisbane

Sat 26/4

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$185

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 6/3

09:15-20:35

1 stop11h 20m

Brisbane

Fri 7/3

19:00-20:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$252

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Thu 6/3

17:55-21:10

1 stop3h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 7/3

06:30-11:15

1 stop4h 45m

$314

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 22/4

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

$100

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Sat 8/3

09:15-18:15

1 stop9h 00m

$159

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 4/2

16:45-18:25

Nonstop1h 40m

$164

MackayBrisbane

MKY - BNE

MKYBNE

Mackay

Tue 22/4

11:30-10:50

2 stops23h 20m

$422

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 22/1

Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Brisbane

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Travel insights for flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Mackay to Brisbane including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Mackay to Brisbane may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Mackay to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Mackay to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Mackay to Brisbane in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Mackay to Brisbane

Explore weekly flight availability from Mackay to Brisbane. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

The most flights from MKY to BNE are scheduled on a Monday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Brisbane ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Brisbane when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Brisbane, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 23 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Mackay to Brisbane, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
435 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
468 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Mackay to Brisbane?

    To fly from Mackay to Brisbane, you need to book a flight from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane (BNE). Nonstop flights to Brisbane from Mackay take 1h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 25 outbound flights from Mackay to Brisbane offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Mackay to Brisbane flight route?

    Flights from Mackay to Brisbane have been viewed 7,031 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Brisbane, with prices starting at $185. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $314 round trip. Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Mackay to Brisbane one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $159 and $164 on Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mackay to Brisbane?

    Before booking your flight to Brisbane from Mackay, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), Qatar Airways (82%), Virgin Australia( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mackay to Brisbane?

    The cheapest flight price from Mackay to Brisbane is $90. On average you can expect to pay $6,045. The most popular route, (Mackay - Brisbane), can usually be booked for $164.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Mackay to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 Brisbane

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to Brisbane. 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 23 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$150Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$180Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$234Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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