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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport from $277

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — MEL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mackay to Melbourne are usually found in February or May, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Mackay to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$472

One-way from

$277

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$581
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 3/5-5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 00m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Mackay to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mackay to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sat 3/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/509:10MEL - MKY
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$472
Fri 30/514:05MKY - MEL
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 14/614:10MEL - MKY
1 stop26h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/3$479
Sat 3/521:15MKY - MEL
1 stop26h 25mJetstar
Mon 5/518:35MEL - MKY
2 stops26h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$511
Thu 18/1206:00MKY - MEL
2 stops8h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 3/121:00MEL - MKY
2 stops16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$954

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Melbourne 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Mackay

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sat 3/5

21:15-23:40

1 stop26h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

09:10-07:45

1 stop22h 35m

$472

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 30/5

14:05-19:20

1 stop5h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 14/6

14:10-16:55

1 stop26h 45m

$479

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sat 3/5

21:15-23:40

1 stop26h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

18:35-20:35

2 stops26h 00m

$511

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Fri 30/5

08:20-15:05

2 stops6h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 14/6

21:00-12:05

2 stops15h 05m

$1,106

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 1/4

11:25-22:20

2 stops9h 55m

$277

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Tue 1/4

16:45-19:15

3 stops25h 30m

$851

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Deals found on 23/3

Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 38 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 Mackay to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 MKY to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Mackay to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Mackay to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.3 km from the city centre, Mackay is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Mackay. Booking flights from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($479), Jetstar ($511), and Qantas Airways ($1,106) offers the cheapest pricing from Mackay to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 Mackay to Melbourne on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Mackay to Melbourne. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 March 2025.
Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Melbourne
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Top 3 airlines flying from Mackay to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mackay to Melbourne. 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 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$394Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$437Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$475Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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