Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Mackay?

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Mackay.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Mackay with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. All flights to Mackay on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Mackay?

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momondo helps you find the best flight to Mackay by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Mackay right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are not ready to book a flight to Mackay now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Mackay and let you know when they change.

Question 5

What is there to do in Mackay when it’s raining?

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If you are planning a flight to Mackay and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of January, February, and March. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Mackay, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. While in Mackay you will find Artspace Mackay nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to Mackay?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mackay from Australia when booking 50 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mackay for around $415 when searching 50 days out.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Mackay?

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Hamilton Island Airport, Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport, Hayman Island Airport or Moranbah Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Mackay.

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Mackay?

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Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Mackay is Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport where the average price is $278. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Mackay?

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When flying to Mackay from Australia, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Virgin Australia, Jetstar orQantas Airways. Depending on what airport in Australia you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Question 10

Virgin Australia Flights to Mackay

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There are 20 Virgin Australia flights to Mackay in a normal week. The most common departure point is Brisbane and the best Virgin Australia ticket price seen on momondo is $158 (last 72 hours, from Adelaide, to Mackay). Virgin Australia has a score of 7.6 from 430 user reviews on momondo.

Question 11

Qantas Airways Flights to Mackay

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Qantas Airways flies to Mackay 37 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Mackay from Brisbane. Qantas Airways (rating: 7.5, 968 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Mackay from. The best Qantas Airways ticket price found on momondo to Mackay was from Brisbane ($210 return).

Question 12

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Mackay Airport?

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Prices for flights to Mackay Airport were last updated today.

Question 13

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Mackay Airport?

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As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights to Mackay Airport.

Question 14

How old do you have to be to fly to Mackay Airport?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Mackay Airport.

Question 15

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mackay Airport?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Mackay Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 16

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Mackay?

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The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Mackay from Brisbane for $149. This is 53% cheaper than most flight deals to Mackay. To find the cheapest price to Mackay from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 17

How long does it take to fly to Mackay?

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If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney Kingsford Smith or Melbourne, and flying into Mackay, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 40m and 5h 40m, respectively.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

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In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Mackay. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $383. If you aren’t able to travel to Mackay during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $387.

Question 19

How far in advance should I book a flight to Mackay?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mackay from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mackay for around $415 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Mackay from Australia for as low as $365 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MACKAY FROM SYDNEY	March	8% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Mackay costs on average just $383 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MACKAY FROM SYDNEY	April	12% more expensive	It costs about $466 for flights to Mackay from Sydney in April
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MACKAY FROM SYDNEY	April	506% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Mackay from Sydney in April than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$112
Best Round-Trip Price	$169
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Popular in	December

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What is there to do in Mackay when it’s raining?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Mackay?

Is there an alternative airport near Mackay?

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Mackay?

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Mackay Airport?

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Mackay Airport?

How old do you have to be to fly to Mackay Airport?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mackay Airport?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Mackay?

Can I find flights to Mackay with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights to Mackay?

I’m not ready to book a flight to Mackay right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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