Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Mackay
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Do you need to catch a flight to Brisbane? Check out our domestic flights to Brisbane. If Brisbane is not your closest airport, then here are all our flights to Mackay from Australia. Maybe a different destination? Here are all the flights from Brisbane
Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Brisbane to Mackay
Return fares from Brisbane to Mackay by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Mackay is August 2026, with return fares from $142 — 53% cheaper than the most expensive month (January 2027, from $302).
When Should You Fly to Mackay?
Based on the fares we've tracked, August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Mackay, with return fares from $142. January is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $302 as school holidays and the Christmas peak push prices up.
Across the year, return fares to Mackay average around $230. If you can travel in the off-peak months of August, October and January, you'll generally pay up to 38% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Brisbane to Mackay Return Prices
These are the cheapest prices for Brisbane to Mackay return airfares.
Average Brisbane to Mackay Return Prices
These are the average prices for Brisbane to Mackay return airfares.
Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Brisbane to Mackay
When is the cheapest time to travel from Brisbane to Mackay?The cheapest month to travel is typically August.
How much do return flights from Brisbane to Mackay cost?The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay is $172.
What is the cheapest date to fly from Brisbane to Mackay?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay is 24 February 2027.
What is the cheapest airline that flys from Brisbane to Mackay?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Brisbane to Mackay is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct from Brisbane to Mackay?Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas, Alliance Air Pty and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight from Brisbane to Mackay take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 1 hours and 30 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Mackay?The IATA code for Mackay is MKY. It is located in Australia at coordinates -21.17602, 149.1814.
When should you book flights to Mackay?From our data, you should book flights to Mackay 30 days out.
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