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Flights to Mackay in 2024

Find the latest flights to Mackay in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 December 2024.

Return from

$355

One-way from

$217

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$585
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/1-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 16/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Best flights to Mackay
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Mackay that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 December 2024.

Wed 15/106:20SYD - MKY
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Mon 17/221:05MKY - SYD
1 stop10h 45mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$355
Wed 15/106:20SYD - MKY
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/221:05MKY - SYD
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$370
Mon 13/113:00SYD - MKY
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 18/206:40MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$399
Fri 14/207:30SYD - MKY
1 stop10h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 16/212:45MKY - SYD
1 stop4h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/12$598
Mon 13/107:55SYD - MKY
2 stops14h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/208:20MKY - SYD
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/12$2,370

Find flights to Mackay within your budget

Locate flights to Mackay that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 December 2024.

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SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

06:20-20:30

1 stop15h 10m

Mackay

Mon 17/2

21:05-08:50

1 stop10h 45m

$355

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

06:20-20:30

1 stop15h 10m

Mackay

Sun 16/2

21:05-08:10

1 stop10h 05m

$370

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/1

13:00-18:35

1 stop6h 35m

Mackay

Tue 18/2

06:40-11:40

1 stop4h 00m

$399

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/2

07:05-12:00

1 stop5h 55m

Mackay

Sun 16/2

12:45-18:00

1 stop4h 15m

$598

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

08:45-21:25

2 stops12h 40m

Mackay

Sun 8/6

12:45-08:15

2 stops19h 30m

$1,736

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/4

06:00-10:40

1 stop4h 40m

$207

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

15:00-20:35

1 stop5h 35m

$219

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/4

15:25-20:35

1 stop5h 10m

$244

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/4

10:05-21:25

1 stop11h 20m

$299

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Deals found on 28/12

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Travel insights for flights to Mackay

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Mackay?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Mackay, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Mackay?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Mackay takes 4 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Mackay from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Mackay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Mackay should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Mackay?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay are Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar.

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

From $256

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $374

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $219

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Mackay?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in Mackay by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 310.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Mackay when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Mackay by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, 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 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mackay. 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 Mackay. Reviews last updated 29 December 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
478 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

    For a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay?

    Mackay is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay. One-way flights to Mackay typically cost $91, while return flights cost around $183.

  • How much is a return flight to Mackay?

    A return flight to Mackay will typically cost around $197, however they can be found for as little as $114.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Mackay depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Mackay, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 30 minutes).

  • Does Mackay have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Mackay?

    Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 km away from Mackay).

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