What percentage of Mackay to Townsville flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 20.3% of flights from Mackay to Townsville have historically been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers when connecting is typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their trip.

How many hours is the flight from Mackay to Townsville?

A direct flight from Mackay to Townsville typically takes approximately 1 hour. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 6 hours and 20 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 330 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options for their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Mackay to Townsville come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as having a consistent availability of deals. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable prices appearing regularly, based on data from the trailing 30 days. This indicates that opportunities for budget-friendly travel on this route are not uncommon.

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Today’s best flight deals from Mackay to Townsville

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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-30
MKY - Townsville
45% AI deal score
A$530
A$454
Round trip
2026-08-17 – 2026-08-30
MKY - Townsville
41% AI deal score
A$475
A$454
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MKY - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$538
A$455
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2026-08-31 – 2026-09-09
MKY - Townsville
42% AI deal score
A$490
A$456
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2026-09-07 – 2026-09-09
MKY - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$554
A$456
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-16
MKY - Townsville
39% AI deal score
A$265
A$458
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-23
MKY - Townsville
46% AI deal score
A$539
A$458
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-26
MKY - Townsville
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A$513
A$458
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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-26
MKY - Townsville
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MKY - Townsville
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Mackay to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Townsville

Most itineraries for flights from Mackay to Townsville connect at least once, with only 20.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For those connecting, the typical journey involves 1 stopover. Right now, fares to Townsville are below the typical level, with the cheapest fares right now starting at $286. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

A typical journey from Mackay to Townsville takes 1h 0m, including connections. Non-stop flights have a median duration of 1h 0m, while connecting flights typically extend to 6h 50m.

The route from Mackay to Townsville covers a distance of 330 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Mackay to Townsville, the cheapest months to fly are September, with a median fare of $205. Other budget-friendly options include January, with a median fare of $301, and May, where the median fare is $311. Overall, fares typically range from $286–$575, with a median of $405.

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Townsville

Regular price: A$442 - A$860

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Mackay to Townsville typically range from 442 AUD to 860 AUD. The current lowest deal is 454 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 24-Aug 30.

now A$454

Low A$442

High A$860

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Townsville

The cheapest month to fly from MKY to TSV is September, with a median price of $205. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $634. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$205

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$634

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Direct flights from Mackay to Townsville

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Mackay to Townsville

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$421

A$478

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$364

A$545

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$354

A$545

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$441

A$478

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$441

A$524

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Townsville

Mackay (MKY) - Townsville (TSV)

QantasLink

A$423

A$479

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

A$691 → A$474

31%

7 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 24

A$539 → A$455

16%

6 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 30

A$530 → A$454

14%

7 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 19

A$532 → A$474

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Mackay to Townsville

Mackay - Townsville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Mackay to Townsville are below the typical level at $454.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $205

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $205.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 0m

Direct flights from Mackay to Townsville typically take 1 hour 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights

QantasLink is one airline that offers direct flights on the Mackay to Townsville route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Mackay main airports to depart from

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport is a convenient option for flights to Townsville, offering a direct departure point.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$452

Townsville main airports to arrive at

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Townsville and surrounding areas from Mackay.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$452

Airports nearby Townsville used as alternative

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns (CNS) is a major international and domestic hub, offering significantly more flight options than Townsville.

📍 ~350 km from Townsville (reachable by car, approximately 4 hours driving time).

💸 Flights from ~A$406

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Townsville

45% AI deal score

$1,407

$960

Save $447

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Townsville

Historically, the best time to book flights from Mackay to Townsville is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $323. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slight increase to an average of $362, while booking 60+ days out can result in significantly higher average prices of $479. This pattern suggests that last-minute deals are often available for this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Mackay to Townsville is considered to be $286 or less. The median price for this route has been $405. Fares typically range, with 75% of prices observed being $575 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $286 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest time of year to fly from Mackay to Townsville is typically September, with a median price of $205. January and May also offer relatively lower median prices at $301 and $311, respectively. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, is $405. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months for their journeys.

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Mackay to Townsville: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay to Townsville

A typical journey from Mackay to Townsville takes 1h 0m, including connections. Non-stop flights have a median duration of 1h 0m, while connecting flights typically extend to 6h 50m.

The route from Mackay to Townsville covers a distance of 330 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

How much is a round trip from Mackay to Townsville

Regular price: A$442 - A$860

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Mackay to Townsville typically range from 442 AUD to 860 AUD. The current lowest deal is 454 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 24-Aug 30.

now A$454

Low A$442

High A$860

The cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Townsville

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$205

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$634

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec