Are there direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

Yes, direct flights are available from Brisbane to Mackay. Historically, approximately 59.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates a good availability of non-stop options for travelers.

How many hours is the flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

The typical direct flight from Brisbane to Mackay has a duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 798 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, can be considerably longer, with a median duration of 14 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find good value when searching for flights between these two cities.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Brisbane to Mackay

2026-11-26 – 2026-11-29
BNE - Mackay
38% AI deal score
A$214
A$293
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A$215
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Brisbane to Mackay: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Mackay

Fares for flights from Brisbane to Mackay typically range from $246–$514, with a median of $324. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount may require some flexibility.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Brisbane to Mackay, the cheapest months to fly are January, with a median fare of $94, followed by May at $118, and June at $122. Planning your travel for these months could lead to more economical options.

A typical journey from Brisbane to Mackay takes about 1h 40m. This route has a mixed direct flight share, with 59.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For itineraries that include connections, travelers typically experience one stopover.

The distance between Brisbane and Mackay is 798 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly for potential savings.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Mackay

Regular price: A$171 - A$435

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

The regular price range for flights from Brisbane to Mackay is typically between AUD171 and AUD435. The current lowest deal is AUD293 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, for travel from Nov 25-Nov 30.

now A$293

Low A$171

High A$435

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Mackay is May, with a median price of $118. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $392. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$118

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$392

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Direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Mackay

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$407

A$353

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$390

A$353

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

QantasLink

A$657

A$594

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

QantasLink

A$642

A$478

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

QantasLink

A$645

A$478

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Mackay

Brisbane (BNE) - Mackay (MKY)

QantasLink

A$567

A$478

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 4

A$645 → A$478

26%

3 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 5

A$642 → A$478

26%

3 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 27

A$588 → A$438

25%

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A$567 → A$478

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

Brisbane - Mackay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from BNE to MKY are above the typical level, with a median of $324.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices.

Historically, January, May, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 40m.

The typical direct flight from Brisbane to Mackay takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

59.2% of recent flights are direct.

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines has a current deal for $293.

A recent deal from Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is available for $293.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Brisbane to Mackay appear frequently, especially in January.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$184

Mackay main airports to arrive at

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$183

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

Whitsunday Coast (PPP) 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$130

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mackay

$424

Save $170

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mackay

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Brisbane to Mackay is typically 7-13 days before departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $157. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out can see prices rise significantly to an average of $635. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days in advance average around $330.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Brisbane to Mackay is considered cheap at or below $246. The median price for this route over the same period was $324. Prices can go up, with 75% of fares historically being $514 or more. This threshold helps travelers identify good value when planning their trip.

Historically, January is often the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Mackay, with a median price of $94. May and June also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $118 and $122 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $324, indicating that these months provide significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Brisbane to Mackay: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Mackay

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Mackay

Regular price: A$171 - A$435

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

now A$293

Low A$171

High A$435

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Mackay

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$118

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$392

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec