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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay from $99

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — MKY
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Brisbane to Mackay are usually found in April or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$157

One-way from

$99

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$162 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/4-6/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Brisbane to Mackay
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Brisbane to Mackay
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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 3/419:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 6/421:15MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$157
Sat 22/319:00BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/316:45MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$229
Fri 21/219:55BNE - MKY
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 25/216:45MKY - BNE
Nonstop1h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$284
Thu 27/206:30BNE - MKY
1 stop10h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 4/309:15MKY - BNE
1 stop11h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$415

Find flights from Brisbane to Mackay within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Mackay 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Brisbane

Fly to

Mackay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Thu 3/4

19:00-20:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Mackay

Sun 6/4

21:15-22:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$157

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Sat 22/3

19:00-20:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Mackay

Wed 26/3

16:45-18:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$229

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Sat 29/3

09:00-10:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Mackay

Sun 30/3

06:45-08:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$284

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Fri 23/5

06:30-16:45

1 stop10h 15m

Mackay

Sun 25/5

17:35-21:10

1 stop3h 35m

$411

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Wed 5/3

19:00-20:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$99

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Tue 25/2

19:55-21:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$147

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Thu 27/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop10h 25m

$207

BrisbaneMackay

BNE - MKY

BNEMKY

Brisbane

Sat 22/3

18:05-14:20

1 stop20h 15m

$359

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Deals found on 20/2

Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay

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Travel insights for flights from Brisbane to Mackay

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Mackay, you should look to book at least 88 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Brisbane to Mackay in July is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 BNE to MKY?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Brisbane to Mackay in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay

Explore weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from BNE to MKY are scheduled on a Thursday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 inches 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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Brisbane to Mackay to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
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Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
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Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
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Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane to Mackay. 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 Brisbane to Mackay?

    Booking a flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Brisbane to Mackay. On a typical day, there are 24 flights from Brisbane to Mackay, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay.

  • How popular is this Brisbane to Mackay flight route?

    Within the past month, 2,198 users have taken a look at flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Mackay round-trip from $157. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $284, and Qantas Airways, from $411. Jetstar is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Brisbane to Mackay for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Mackay from Brisbane, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (89%), Cathay Pacific (83%), Virgin Australia( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

    While on average a flight from Brisbane to Mackay is generally $205, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $82. When looking at the most popular route, (Brisbane - Mackay), you can expect to pay $158 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Brisbane to Mackay in July is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 Brisbane to Mackay

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Mackay. 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$147Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$174Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$195Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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