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Today’s best flight deals from Mackay to Sydney

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Mackay to Sydney

July 27 - July 30

Cheapest

MKY - Sydney

$284

$258

Round trip

July 20 - July 30

Cheapest
Earliest

MKY - Sydney

$260

$258

Round trip

July 27 - August 26

MKY - Sydney

$256

$266

Round trip

July 20 - August 12

Earliest

MKY - Sydney

$256

$267

Round trip

July 27 - August 12

MKY - Sydney

$256

$267

Round trip

August 17 - August 26

Best

MKY - Sydney

$322

$267

Round trip

July 20 - July 27

Earliest

MKY - Sydney

$277

$270

Round trip

August 3 - August 23

MKY - Sydney

$286

$278

Round trip

August 17 - August 23

MKY - Sydney

$333

$278

Round trip

August 10 - August 23

MKY - Sydney

$297

$278

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Mackay to Sydney

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $158–$238, with a median of $169. Currently, 48% of recent fares are classified as a good price.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Sydney? The most affordable month to fly is August, with a median fare of $141. Other cost-effective months include March at $164 and April at $167.
Most itineraries for flights from Mackay to Sydney connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1.
A typical journey from Mackay to Sydney takes approximately 4h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.
The distance between Mackay and Sydney is 1434 km, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Sydney

Regular price: $237 - $419

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

The regular price range for flights from Mackay to Sydney is between $237 and $419. The current lowest deal is $258 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 27-Jul 30.

now $258

Low $237

High $419

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from MKY to SYD is August, with a median price of 141 USD. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of 304 USD. Prices are generally lower from March to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $141

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $304

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Direct flights from Mackay to Sydney

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

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Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Sydney

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$461

$353

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$460

$353

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$457

$361

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$465

$376

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$456

$353

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Mackay (MKY) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$460

$353

One-way

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

2 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 20

$461  →  $353

23%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$460  →  $353

23%

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$460  →  $353

23%

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$436  →  $330

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Sydney

Mackay - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Mackay to Sydney are above the typical level, with a median price of $258.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $141

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Sydney, with a median price of $141.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 4h 20m

Flights from Mackay to Sydney typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 4h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers the most deals

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers a recent deal for $258

Jetstar recently offered a deal for $258 from Mackay to Sydney, departing July 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Mackay to Sydney appear regularly, with 0.43 deals per day.

Mackay main airports to depart from

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport (MKY) is a convenient departure point for flights to Sydney, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$258

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary international gateway to Sydney, offering convenient access from Mackay.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$258

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major hub with excellent road and rail connectivity to Sydney via the M31.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$330

Newcastle (NTL)

Cheapest

Newcastle Airport is a significant regional option, easily accessible from Northern Sydney via the M1 motorway.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport is a well-established regional airport with multiple airline carriers for your travel needs.

📍 ~430 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$532

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport offers reliable regional connectivity with multiple daily flights and premium cabin classes.

📍 ~340 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$386

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Sep 15

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79% AI deal score

$1,458

$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$1,477

$744

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Sydney, Australia

79% AI deal score

$1,349

$744

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79% AI deal score

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$744

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78% AI deal score

$1,335

$744

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$1,369

$744

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78% AI deal score

$1,328

$744

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78% AI deal score

$1,334

$744

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78% AI deal score

$1,371

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,332

$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$744

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78% AI deal score

$1,381

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,342

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,324

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,367

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,324

$744

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78% AI deal score

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$744

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78% AI deal score

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,363

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$1,327

$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$744

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

78% AI deal score

$1,322

$744

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Sydney, Australia

77% AI deal score

$1,235

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Sydney, Australia

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$744

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Sydney, Australia

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$1,221

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Sydney, Australia

67% AI deal score

$1,382

$1,044

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Sydney, Australia

67% AI deal score

$1,424

$1,044

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options and identify potential savings. Booking in advance may also often lead to better prices.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring them over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday travel might also offer better value.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower prices. While it may add to travel time, the savings could be significant enough to consider. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience of your preferred airport.