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Cheap flights from Mackay to Melbourne from $193

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKY — MEL
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Mackay to Melbourne are usually found in February or April, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday 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 (ME1). 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 28 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$476

One-way from

$193

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$532
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 20/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 20m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • Mackay to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($54 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 February 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 28 February 2025.

Sun 20/406:20MKY - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 30/414:10MEL - MKY
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/2$476
Mon 14/421:15MKY - MEL
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/421:40MEL - MKY
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$515
Sun 13/421:15MKY - MEL
2 stops25h 05mJetstar
Sun 20/406:10MEL - MKY
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/2$674
Sun 20/417:20MKY - MEL
1 stop6h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 30/406:00MEL - MKY
2 stops11h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/2$741

Find flights from Mackay to Melbourne within your budget

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 28 February 2025.

Fly from

Mackay

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sun 20/4

06:20-13:20

1 stop7h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

14:10-21:30

1 stop7h 20m

$476

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Mon 14/4

21:15-08:55

1 stop11h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

21:40-20:35

1 stop22h 55m

$515

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sun 13/4

21:15-22:20

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

06:10-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$674

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Sun 20/4

17:20-23:55

1 stop6h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

06:00-17:20

2 stops11h 20m

$741

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 8/5

21:15-23:40

1 stop26h 25m

$193

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 8/5

14:05-22:20

2 stops8h 15m

$250

MackayMelbourne

MKY - MEL

MKYMEL

Mackay

Thu 8/5

17:35-17:25

3 stops23h 50m

$994

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Deals found on 27/2

Best time to book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Mackay to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Mackay to Melbourne is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne 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 28 February 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Mackay to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Mackay to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mackay to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings 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 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 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, 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 28 February 2025.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
440 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.

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?

    For a flight from Mackay to Melbourne, you will be flying from Mackay. Mackay (MKY) is just 3.3 km from the centre of the city. Mackay is the only Mackay airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Mackay on a regular basis.

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

    Virgin Australia, at $476, was found to be the cheapest airline from Mackay to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Virgin Australia is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mackay to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Mackay to Melbourne 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$395Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$452Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$476Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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