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July 26 - July 30

Cheapest

Best

PER - Mackay

$501

$530

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July 23 - July 30

Cheapest

Best

PER - Mackay

$489

$530

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July 24 - July 31

Best

PER - Mackay

$489

$532

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July 27 - July 30

PER - Mackay

$503

$548

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November 22 - November 30

PER - Mackay

$516

$559

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November 2 - November 9

PER - Mackay

$513

$560

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November 2 - November 20

PER - Mackay

$491

$560

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July 12 - July 26

Earliest

PER - Mackay

$469

$564

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July 24 - July 26

PER - Mackay

$499

$564

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July 18 - July 26

PER - Mackay

$494

$564

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Insights for flights from Perth to Mackay

Flights from Perth to Mackay cover a substantial distance of 3,497 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short domestic hop but typically not an intercontinental flight. Given the distance, understanding flight duration and connections is key to planning your trip.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Perth to Mackay, fares typically range from $262–$289, with a median of $266. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Despite this, a significant share of recent fares, specifically 88%, were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are often available, even if current prices are elevated.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Perth to Mackay, the data indicates that February and March are typically the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $258. Following closely, April also presents a good option with a median fare of $265. Planning your travel during these months could result in more favorable pricing.

The typical journey time from Perth to Mackay, including connections, is approximately 7h 10m. This route is characterized by connecting-dominant itineraries, meaning most flights will involve at least one stopover. Specifically, when flights do connect, the median number of stopovers is 1. There are currently no direct flights from Perth to Mackay, so all itineraries will include at least one connection.

How much is a round trip from Perth to Mackay

Regular price: $414 - $725

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Perth to Mackay is between $414 and $725. The current lowest deal is $530 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 26 to Jul 30.

now $530

Low $414

High $725

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Mackay

The cheapest month to fly from Perth to Mackay is February, with a median price of $258. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $460. Prices are generally lower from February to April.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $258

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $460

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Direct flights from Perth to Mackay

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Last-minute flights going from Perth to Mackay

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$720

$648

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$722

$648

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$469

$564

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$508

$565

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$502

$566

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PER - Mackay

Perth (PER) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$463

$566

One-way

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

6 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 25

$678 → $565

17%

1 night

Oct 11 - Oct 12

$677 → $565

17%

13 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 23

$674 → $568

16%

6 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 16

$671 → $566

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Perth to Mackay

Perth - Mackay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Perth to Mackay are at $530, which is above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Historically, February and March offer the lowest median prices at $258 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 10m

Flights from Perth to Mackay typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 7h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

This route is connecting dominant, with 1 stopover being the median for deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers a recent deal for $530

A recent deal from Jetstar for Perth to Mackay was found at $530 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Perth to Mackay are rare, with 0.03 deals per day.

Perth main airports to depart from

Perth (PER)

Cheapest

Perth Airport (PER) is a convenient departure point for flights to Mackay.

📍 ~12 km from Perth city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$530

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 ~$530

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

This airport is a budget-friendly alternative with significant commercial traffic, under two hours drive from Mackay.

📍 ~110 km from destination city (reachable by car or shuttle)

💸 Flights from ~$487

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

This airport is geographically very close to Mackay and offers frequent connections to major capital cities.

📍 ~60 km from destination city (requires ferry transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Rockhampton (ROK)

This major regional hub offers reliable daily services to Brisbane and good infrastructure for travelers.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$547

Townsville (TSV)

As the largest airport in North Queensland, it provides a broader range of direct destinations and better connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$489

Emerald (EMD)

This airport serves as an alternative regional link for inland travel and maintains business-class service options.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$603

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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, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing.

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

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Insights for flights from Perth to Mackay

How much is a round trip from Perth to Mackay

The cheapest time to fly from Perth to Mackay

Direct flights from Perth to Mackay

Last-minute flights going from Perth to Mackay

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

Popular Airports to fly from Perth to Mackay

Perth - Mackay route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Connecting flights average 7h 10m

Connecting flights are common

Jetstar offers a recent deal for $530

Deals are rare for this route

Perth main airports to depart from

Mackay main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mackay

Best Elite deals to Mackay

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mackay

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Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Perth to Mackay?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Perth to Mackay?

Are direct flights from Perth to Mackay always the best option?

Are direct flights from Perth to Mackay always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Perth to Mackay flights?

Can flexible travel dates help on Perth to Mackay flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Perth to Mackay flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Perth to Mackay flights?

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