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July 29 - August 17

Cheapest

ADL - Mackay

$421

$357

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July 15 - July 21

Best

Earliest

ADL - Mackay

$461

$359

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August 12 - August 17

ADL - Mackay

$457

$364

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July 30 - August 17

ADL - Mackay

$422

$364

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July 29 - August 10

ADL - Mackay

$416

$365

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July 29 - August 3

ADL - Mackay

$452

$365

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July 23 - August 17

ADL - Mackay

$419

$366

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July 29 - August 9

ADL - Mackay

$419

$367

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July 23 - July 27

ADL - Mackay

$459

$367

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July 22 - July 27

ADL - Mackay

$454

$371

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Insights for flights from Adelaide to Mackay

For cheap flights from Adelaide to Mackay, fares typically range from $229–$511, with a median of $257. Right now, prices are above the typical level. Approximately 21% of recent fares from Adelaide to Mackay were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available for this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Mackay, April stands out with a median fare of $183. Other cost-effective months include August, where the median fare is $220, and November, with a median of $222. Planning your travel during these months can lead to more favorable pricing.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Mackay takes approximately 7h 48m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 1851 km. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Adelaide to Mackay.

New deals for flights from Adelaide to Mackay show up several times a week, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly. Given that most itineraries involve at least one connection, you will typically find one stopover when flying this route.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Mackay

Regular price: $355 - $574

Prices for flights from Adelaide to Mackay are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Mackay is between $355 and $574. The current lowest deal is $357 with Jetstar. This deal is for travel from July 29 to August 17.

now $357

Low $355

High $574

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Mackay

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Mackay is April, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $526. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $183

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $526

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Direct flights from Adelaide to Mackay

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Jetstar

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Mackay

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$579

$485

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$628

$485

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$634

$485

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$635

$485

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$632

$485

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Mackay

Adelaide (ADL) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$579

$485

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Adelaide to Mackay

1 night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

$635 → $485

24%

2 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 20

$634 → $485

23%

1 night

Jun 21 - Jun 22

$633 → $485

23%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$632 → $485

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Mackay

Adelaide - Mackay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares are below the typical level for Adelaide to Mackay, with deals around $257.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April, August, and November offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 48m.

Flights from Adelaide to Mackay typically involve one stopover, with a median duration of 7h 48m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

No direct flights are available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers connecting flights.

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, Jetstar, and QantasLink offer connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking connecting flights.

As direct flights are not available, consider connecting flight options for your trip.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a great choice for flights to Mackay, offering the cheapest fares.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Mackay main airports to arrive at

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Mackay and the surrounding region.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast Airport can be a useful alternative, offering budget-friendly flights and being under two hours drive.

📍 ~75 km from Mackay (reachable by private vehicle or shuttle transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$339

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef Airport is a geographically close alternative with frequent connections to major capital cities.

📍 ~40 km from Mackay (requires a ferry transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Rockhampton (ROK)

Rockhampton Airport is a major regional hub with reliable daily services, good infrastructure, and parking availability.

📍 ~200 km from Mackay (approximately 3.5 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$369

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport, the largest in North Queensland, offers a broader range of direct destinations and better connectivity.

📍 ~300 km from Mackay (approximately 4 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$302

Emerald (EMD)

Emerald Airport provides an alternative regional link for inland travel, maintaining business-class service options.

📍 ~200 km from Mackay (long drive inland with limited public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$465

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mackay

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$1,574

$1,424

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mackay

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often secure better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals sometimes appear, so it can be beneficial to monitor prices. There isn't a single optimal booking time that applies to all flights.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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