Are there direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane?

Yes, direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane are commonly available. Historically, approximately 83.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers when connecting is typically two.

How long does it take to fly from Mackay to Brisbane?

The typical direct flight from Mackay to Brisbane takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of 798 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to about 4 hours and 20 minutes.

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

Cheap flights from Mackay to Brisbane are considered to come up frequently. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive pricing options for travelers.

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Mackay to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Flights from Mackay to Brisbane cover a distance of 798 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey between the two cities. When looking for cheap flights from Mackay to Brisbane, it's helpful to understand the typical price range and what constitutes a good deal.

Fares for this route are typically $106–$277, with a median of $174. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare may require some flexibility or waiting for new deals to emerge. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so frequent checks are advisable.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Brisbane, the data indicates that February and January are typically the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $73. Following closely, December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $79. Planning your travel during these months could lead to significant savings.

For direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 83.1% of recent fares being direct. For the small percentage of itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is two. This high share of direct flights means you can often find a straightforward journey.

A typical journey from Mackay to Brisbane takes approximately 1h 30m. This duration reflects the median flight time, which is largely influenced by the prevalence of direct flights on this short-haul route. Non-stop flights specifically have a median duration of 1h 30m, while connecting itineraries typically take around 4h 20m.

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Brisbane

Regular price: A$168 - A$393

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

The regular price range for flights from Mackay to Brisbane is AUD168 to AUD393. The current lowest deal is AUD158 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 21-Oct 23.

now A$158

Low A$168

High A$393

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

The cheapest month to fly from MKY to BNE is January, with a median price of $73. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $246. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$73

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Brisbane

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$668

A$480

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$369

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$345

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$386

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$440

A$439

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$218

A$208

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

A$668 → A$480

28%

1 night

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A$214 → A$167

22%

1 night

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A$214 → A$167

22%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

A$215 → A$167

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Mackay - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Mackay to Brisbane are above the typical level at $158.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February and January offer the lowest median prices at $73.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

The typical direct flight from Mackay to Brisbane takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

83.1% of recent flights from Mackay to Brisbane are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are rare

Historically, only 1% of recent fares from Mackay to Brisbane were considered good prices.

Mackay main airports to depart from

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$161

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$162

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic services.

📍 ~90 km from Brisbane (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~A$503

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

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From MKY

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Oct 23

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Business Class

From MKY

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Oct 20

Brisbane, Australia

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Business Class

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Oct 28

Brisbane, Australia

48% AI deal score

$647

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Business Class

From MKY

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Mar 14

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$630

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Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 22

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$638

$503

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 18

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$633

$503

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 19

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$621

$503

Save $118

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 20

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$633

$503

Save $130

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Nov 30

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$634

$503

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 19

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$638

$503

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Oct 19

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$633

$503

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Business Class

From MKY

Elite

Dec 02

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$626

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Mackay to Brisbane is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $152. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to around $285. For those planning further in advance, booking 60+ days out typically yields an average price of $171, while booking 28-59 days in advance averages about $228.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Mackay to Brisbane is considered to be $106 or less. The median price for this route has typically been around $174. Prices can vary, with about 75% of observed fares falling below $277.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Mackay to Brisbane are January and February, both with a median price of $73. December also shows relatively low median prices at $79. The annual median price for this route is typically $174, indicating significant savings can be found during these months.

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Mackay to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Brisbane

Regular price: A$168 - A$393

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

The regular price range for flights from Mackay to Brisbane is AUD168 to AUD393. The current lowest deal is AUD158 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 21-Oct 23.

now A$158

Low A$168

High A$393

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

The cheapest month to fly from MKY to BNE is January, with a median price of $73. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $246. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$73

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Brisbane

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$668

A$480

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$369

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$345

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$386

A$439

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

QantasLink

A$440

A$439

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Brisbane

Mackay (MKY) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$218

A$208

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

A$668 → A$480

28%

1 night

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A$214 → A$167

22%

1 night

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A$214 → A$167

22%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

A$215 → A$167

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Mackay - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Mackay to Brisbane are above the typical level at $158.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February and January offer the lowest median prices at $73.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

The typical direct flight from Mackay to Brisbane takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

83.1% of recent flights from Mackay to Brisbane are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are rare

Historically, only 1% of recent fares from Mackay to Brisbane were considered good prices.

Mackay main airports to depart from

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$161

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$162

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic services.

Brisbane, Australia

47% AI deal score

$626

$503

Save $123

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Cheap Flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Today’s best flight deals from Mackay to Brisbane

Mackay to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Mackay - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Jetstar offers direct flights

Good prices are rare

Mackay main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

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Oct 20

Oct 28

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Oct 22

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Oct 19

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

When is the best time to book flights from Mackay to Brisbane?

What is a good price for a flight from Mackay to Brisbane?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Mackay to Brisbane?

Are there direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane?

How long does it take to fly from Mackay to Brisbane?

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

Related routes

More routes from Mackay

Flights to Brisbane from other cities

Mackay to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Brisbane

Mackay - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Jetstar offers direct flights

Good prices are rare

Mackay main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Oct 23

Oct 20

Oct 28

Mar 14

Oct 22

Oct 18

Oct 19

Oct 20

Nov 30

Oct 19

Oct 19

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

When is the best time to book flights from Mackay to Brisbane?

What is a good price for a flight from Mackay to Brisbane?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Mackay to Brisbane?