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Cheap flights from Sydney to Mackay from $368

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MKY
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Mackay are usually found in February or March, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Mackay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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

$401

One-way from

$368

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$409
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/4-13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 50m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Sydney to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Mackay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sun 6/406:00SYD - MKY
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Sun 13/421:15MKY - SYD
1 stop25h 00mJetstar
Deal found 21/2$400
Sun 6/407:00SYD - MKY
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/421:15MKY - SYD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$401
Sun 23/217:00SYD - MKY
1 stop15h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/313:55MKY - SYD
1 stop17h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$486
Sun 23/207:05SYD - MKY
2 stops8h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 2/314:45MKY - SYD
2 stops6h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,027

Find flights from Sydney to Mackay within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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.

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Sydney

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Mackay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/4

06:00-20:35

1 stop14h 35m

Mackay

Sun 13/4

21:15-22:15

1 stop25h 00m

$400

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/4

07:00-10:50

1 stop3h 50m

Mackay

Sun 13/4

21:15-22:15

1 stop25h 00m

$401

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/4

06:30-15:20

2 stops8h 50m

Mackay

Sun 13/4

15:45-22:20

2 stops6h 35m

$1,030

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/4

11:05-16:40

1 stop5h 35m

$368

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Deals found on 20/2

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Mackay

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Mackay

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney 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 14 February 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Mackay?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Sydney to Mackay by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Mackay flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 21 February 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Mackay, with prices starting at $715. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $2,115 round trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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$358Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$379Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$517Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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