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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay from $275

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MKY
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Mackay are usually found in January or July, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$488

One-way from

$275

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$549
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Mackay
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Mackay
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 1/512:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
Mon 5/514:05MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/1$480
Sun 2/207:10MEL - MKY
1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/221:05MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$488
Fri 7/209:45MEL - MKY
2 stops8h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 25/212:45MKY - MEL
2 stops6h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$826

Find flights from Melbourne to Mackay within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.

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MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

12:10-16:55

1 stop4h 45m

Mackay

Mon 5/5

14:05-20:20

1 stop6h 15m

$480

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

07:10-10:50

1 stop4h 40m

Mackay

Fri 14/2

21:05-09:50

1 stop11h 45m

$488

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Fri 7/2

09:45-17:30

2 stops8h 45m

Mackay

Tue 25/2

12:45-20:20

2 stops6h 35m

$826

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Wed 22/1

12:10-18:35

1 stop7h 25m

$275

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

16:45-21:00

1 stop5h 15m

$340

MelbourneMackay

MEL - MKY

MELMKY

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

13:15-20:30

2 stops8h 15m

$410

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Deals found on 16/1

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Mackay

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Mackay

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Mackay. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

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

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

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 17 January 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
434 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre vof the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Mackay from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Virgin Australia, at $537, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Mackay.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Virgin Australia is priced at 9% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Virgin Australia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $275. Users have also found prices from $340 and $410 on Qantas Airways and Jetstar, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay (average of $147). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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Fly from Melbourne to Mackay on these airlines

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Mackay

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.
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BonzaCheapest$170Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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JetstarCheapest$400Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$485Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$660Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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