| Route | One Way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane to Mackay flights | $81 | $162 |
| Townsville to Mackay flights | $140 | $280 |
| Cairns to Mackay flights | $185 | $370 |
| Sydney to Mackay flights | $202 | $406 |
| Melbourne to Mackay flights | $244 | $516 |
| Canberra to Mackay flights | $260 | $520 |
| Hobart to Mackay flights | $290 | $580 |
| Adelaide to Mackay flights | $310 | $620 |
| Perth to Mackay flights | $386 | $862 |
| Darwin to Mackay flights | $401 | $845 |
Prices last updated: 12 Jun 2026 22:53
Return fares to Mackay by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Mackay is July 2026, with return fares from $138 — 69% cheaper than the most expensive month (December 2026, from $449).
Based on the fares we've tracked, July is typically the cheapest month to fly to Mackay, with return fares from $138. December is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $449 as school holidays and the Christmas peak push prices up.
Across the year, return fares to Mackay average around $263. If you can travel in the off-peak months of July, October and August, you'll generally pay up to 48% less than the yearly average.
These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Mackay
These are the average prices for return airfares to Mackay
The cheapest month to travel is typically July.
How much do return flights to Mackay cost?The best price we found for a return flight to Mackay is $162.
What is the cheapest date to fly to Mackay?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight to Mackay is 15 July 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys to Mackay?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys to Mackay is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct to Mackay?Jetstar, Qantas, Alliance Air Pty and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight to Mackay take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 55 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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