Are there direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available for the Brisbane to Mackay route. Historically, approximately 81.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates a high likelihood of finding a non-stop option for your travel plans.

How many hours is the flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

A direct flight from Brisbane to Mackay typically takes 1 hour and 40 minutes. This duration is based on a median direct flight time of 100 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 798 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay come up?

Cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay are classified as frequent. This indicates that favorable fares for this route appear regularly. Travelers looking for good deals on this route historically have many opportunities to find them.

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2026-10-07 – 2026-10-26
BNE - Mackay
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A$198
A$163
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Brisbane to Mackay: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Mackay

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay, fares typically range from $113 to $301, with a median price of $163 over a 90-day period. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and approximately 28% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Mackay? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of just $78. Following closely, September also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $86. October is another good option, showing a median fare of $104.

Most itineraries for this route are non-stop, with 81.4% of recent fares being direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Mackay? A typical journey from Brisbane to Mackay takes approximately 1h 40m, including any connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Brisbane and Mackay is 798 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the prevalence of direct flights and shorter overall travel times.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Mackay

Regular price: A$165 - A$418

Prices for flights from Brisbane to Mackay are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD165-AUD418. The current lowest deal is AUD163 with Jetstar for travel from Oct 7-Oct 26.

now A$163

Low A$165

High A$418

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Mackay is December, with a median price of $90. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $308. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$90

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$308

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Direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Mackay

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

QantasLink

A$623

A$478

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Jetstar

A$246

A$206

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Jetstar

A$242

A$186

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Jetstar

A$242

A$207

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Jetstar

A$268

A$186

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Jetstar

A$265

A$195

One-way

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

1 night

Jul 29 - Jul 30

A$623 → A$478

23%

3 nights

Jan 28 - Jan 31

A$336 → A$218

35%

7 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 26

A$334 → A$218

35%

2 nights

Jan 28 - Jan 30

A$335 → A$218

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

Brisbane - Mackay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Mackay are near the typical level of $163.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $90.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 40m

The typical direct flight from Brisbane to Mackay takes 1h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

81.4% of recent flights are direct

81.4% of recent flights from Brisbane to Mackay are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Brisbane to Mackay are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a primary option for flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$174

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF) offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Mackay.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,016

Mackay main airports to arrive at

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Mackay and its surrounding attractions.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$174

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

Whitsunday Coast Airport is a practical alternative for Mackay travelers due to its mainland proximity.

📍 ~135 km from Mackay (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~A$131

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mackay

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$665

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mackay

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Brisbane to Mackay is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $171. Booking within 7-13 days of departure saw average prices around $434, while booking 0-6 days out had an average price of $438. Planning your trip within the recommended window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Brisbane to Mackay was considered to be $113 or less. The median price for this route was $163. Prices historically began to increase significantly above $301, suggesting that fares around the $113 mark represent a strong value for travelers.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Mackay, with a median price of $78. September also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $86. While October had a median price of $104, it was still considerably lower than the annual median price of $163 for this route, indicating several months offer good value.

Brisbane to Mackay: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Mackay

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Mackay

Regular price: A$165 - A$418

Prices for flights from Brisbane to Mackay are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is AUD165-AUD418. The current lowest deal is AUD163 with Jetstar for travel from Oct 7-Oct 26.

now A$163

Low A$165

High A$418

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

December

Cheapest

Flights from A$90

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$308

Jan

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Mar

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