Are most flights from Mackay long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, flights from Mackay show a varied distribution in terms of haul length. Approximately 40% of flights are categorized as long-haul, while another 40% are medium-haul. Short-haul flights make up about 20% of the routes, indicating a balanced mix of travel distances from this origin in the trailing 90 days.

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Mackay?

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, Australia typically offers the cheapest places to fly from Mackay, with destinations like Brisbane having a median price of $252 AUD. Other countries such as New Zealand and Fiji also offer options, with median prices around $643 AUD for Queenstown and $697 AUD for Nadi, respectively. Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia tend to have higher median prices.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Mackay?

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Mackay, with an average price of $430 USD. This represents a significant saving of 39% compared to the annual median average price of $709 USD. March is also a more affordable option, with an average price of $469 USD, making it the second cheapest month for departures.

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MKY
Brisbane
Australia • 2026-09-07
74% AI deal score
A$137
A$82
One-way
MKY
City of Newcastle
Australia • 2026-10-12
74% AI deal score
A$258
A$177
One-way
MKY
Sydney
Australia • 2026-09-14
74% AI deal score
A$237
A$177
One-way
MKY
Gold Coast
Australia • 2026-10-12
44% AI deal score
A$249
A$237
One-way
MKY
Sunshine Coast Region
Australia • 2026-09-07
48% AI deal score
A$304
A$247
One-way
MKY
Cairns
Australia • 2026-08-21
75% AI deal score
A$508
A$250
One-way
MKY
Rockhampton
Australia • 2026-08-19
44% AI deal score
A$258
A$253
One-way
MKY
Adelaide
Australia • 2026-09-07
69% AI deal score
A$323
A$258
One-way
MKY
Hervey Bay
Australia • 2026-10-12
46% AI deal score
A$309
A$267
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MKY
Hobart
Australia • 2026-11-02
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A$426
A$298
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Flights from Mackay: Overview

Insights for flights from Mackay

Right now, the cheapest flights from Mackay are to Brisbane, Australia, with fares starting at $161 AUD. You can also find cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney, Australia, with prices beginning at $369 AUD. Another economical option is a flight to Melbourne, Australia, where fares currently start from $400 AUD.

Travelers from Mackay have access to a wide range of destinations, with recent fares covering 53 unique cities across 16 countries over the last 90 days. The vast majority of these routes are within Australia, accounting for 92% of recent fares. Beyond Australia, New Zealand represents 7% of recent fares, while Fiji makes up 1%, offering some international options.

When looking for cheap flights from Mackay, it is important to note that 18.9% of recent fares from Mackay are for direct flights. This indicates that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from this origin.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Mackay is Brisbane, Australia. Other popular routes include flights to London, United Kingdom, and Rockhampton, Australia, which also appear often in recent fare observations.

The flight distances from Mackay are quite varied, with 40% of routes being long-haul, 40% classified as medium-haul, and 20% as short-haul. This distribution suggests a balanced mix of travel opportunities, from shorter regional trips to longer international journeys.

Most popular airlines from Mackay

QantasLink

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Jetstar

Air Lithuania

Air New Zealand

Singapore Airlines

Cathay Pacific

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Mackay soon

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Manchester

Mackay (MKY) - Manchester (MAN)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,910

A$2,696

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Rome

Mackay (MKY) - Rome (FCO)

Qatar Airways

A$2,565

A$2,963

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Singapore

Mackay (MKY) - Singapore (SIN)

QantasLink

A$1,247

A$1,423

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Port Vila

Mackay (MKY) - Port Vila (VLI)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,168

A$811

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Manila

Mackay (MKY) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

A$1,122

A$1,418

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MKY - Los Angeles

Mackay (MKY) - Los Angeles (LAX)

QantasLink

A$2,007

A$2,929

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Mackay

Barcelona

TOP

Spain • Oct 2026

from

A$1,498

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Nov 2026

from

A$1,617

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Nov 2026

from

A$1,596

Athens

TOP

Greece • Oct 2026

from

A$1,670

London

TOP

United Kingdom • May 2027

from

A$2,244

Calgary

TOP

Canada • Feb 2027

from

A$1,905

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Mackay

-29%

MKY - Dublin

A$2,249 → A$1,587

-25%

MKY - Calgary

A$2,527 → A$1,896

-26%

MKY - London

A$2,300 → A$1,712

-24%

MKY - Istanbul

A$2,400 → A$1,823

Popular Airports from Mackay

Mackay airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Fri - Sat - Sun

Flights from MKY are cheapest on Fri, Sat, and Sun, with fares as low as $51.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$81 direct / ~$161 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from MKY are to destinations within Australia, such as Brisbane and Sydney.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Jetstar, Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink

Domestic and regional carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Mackay.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance offers the lowest median airfares from MKY.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Mar, Sep

Flights from MKY tend to be cheaper in February, March, and September.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch for deals to Brisbane

Flights from Mackay to Brisbane are as low as AUD 81 direct.

Mackay main airports to depart from

Mackay (MKY)

Cheapest

Mackay Airport is ideal for travelers seeking flights to and from the Mackay Region.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$164

Airports nearby Mackay used as alternative

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

Whitsunday Coast is the closest mainland alternative, easily accessible via the Bruce Highway for frequent commercial service.

📍 ~97 km from Mackay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$131

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Booking Flights from Mackay: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Mackay have median prices under 450 AUD. For example, flights to Brisbane typically cost around $252, while City of Newcastle averages about $265. Other options include Cairns at a median of $340 and Sydney at approximately $395. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing quarter.

In the trailing 90 days, flights from Mackay have historically reached 53 unique cities across 16 countries. The vast majority of these destinations, about 92%, are within Australia. New Zealand accounts for approximately 7% of destinations, with Fiji making up about 1% of the available routes.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served destinations from Mackay include Brisbane, London, and Rockhampton. These cities represent popular routes for travelers departing from Mackay. Brisbane and Rockhampton are within Australia, while London is an international destination.

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