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Cheap flights from Chicago to Mackay from $1,791

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MKY
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$3,020

One-way from

$1,791
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/5-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 93h 45m total
  • Chicago to Mackay
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Chicago to Mackay
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Thu 15/515:15ORD - MKY
2 stops34h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 22/519:35MKY - ORD
2 stops59h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/3$3,020
Wed 14/515:15ORD - MKY
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/512:55MKY - ORD
2 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$3,025
Wed 14/515:55ORD - MKY
3 stops38h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/519:35MKY - ORD
3 stops42h 29mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$3,624

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMackay

ORD - MKY

ORDMKY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

15:15-16:40

2 stops34h 25m

Mackay

Thu 22/5

19:35-15:55

2 stops59h 20m

$3,020

ChicagoMackay

ORD - MKY

ORDMKY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/5

15:15-10:35

2 stops28h 20m

Mackay

Wed 21/5

12:55-05:53

2 stops31h 58m

$3,025

ChicagoMackay

ORD - MKY

ORDMKY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/5

15:55-21:45

3 stops38h 50m

Mackay

Wed 21/5

19:35-23:04

3 stops42h 29m

$3,624

ChicagoMackay

ORD - MKY

ORDMKY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

15:15-12:05

2 stops29h 50m

$1,791

ChicagoMackay

ORD - MKY

ORDMKY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

14:18-16:40

3 stops35h 22m

$2,234

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Deals found on 31/3

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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 31 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
813 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Mackay from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Mackay (MKY) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 0 different airlines.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Chicago 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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