How often are flights from Mackay to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Mackay and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Mackay to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Mackay according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Mackay to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Mackay to Sydney Kingsford Smith

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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06:20 - 11:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 20m1 stop Brisbane

07:00 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 40m1 stop Brisbane

$416Virgin Australia

Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

11:25 - 17:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 15m1 stop Brisbane

18:00 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$418Virgin Australia

Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

13:45 - 19:10MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 25m1 stop Brisbane

08:00 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

3h 40m1 stop Brisbane

$418Virgin Australia

Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

13:45 - 19:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 55m1 stop Brisbane

18:30 - 21:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 20m1 stop Brisbane

$421Virgin Australia

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

08:25 - 12:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 15m1 stop Brisbane

20:15 - 19:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

23h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$454Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

11:25 - 17:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 15m1 stop Brisbane

08:30 - 16:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

8h 45m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

$504Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

11:00 - 16:10MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 10m1 stop Brisbane

11:05 - 17:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

7h 10m2 stops Brisbane Townsville

$563Qantas Airways

Wed, 16 Dec - Fri, 29 Jan

08:15 - 13:50MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 35m1 stop Brisbane

08:35 - 16:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

9h 10m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

$570Qantas Airways

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

15:10 - 20:50MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 40m1 stop Brisbane

09:20 - 14:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

6h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$605Qantas Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

18:30 - 07:30MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne

15:00 - 17:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

3h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$647Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

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Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Sydney

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Virgin Australia

22 Oct

MKY06:20Mackay

4h 20m

1 stop

SYD11:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

25 Oct

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 40m

1 stop

MKY10:40Mackay

$416

Virgin Australia

8 Oct

MKY13:45Mackay

4h 25m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 40m

1 stop

MKY10:40Mackay

$418

Virgin Australia

9 Oct

MKY13:45Mackay

4h 55m

1 stop

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

16 Oct

SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 20m

1 stop

MKY21:50Mackay

$421

Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

16 Dec

MKY11:00Mackay

4h 10m

1 stop

SYD16:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 Jan

SYD11:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 10m

2 stops

MKY17:15Mackay

$563

Qantas Airways

5 Nov

MKY08:15Mackay

4h 35m

1 stop

SYD13:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 Nov

SYD08:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

9h 10m

2 stops

MKY16:45Mackay

$570

Qantas Airways

16 Oct

MKY15:10Mackay

4h 40m

1 stop

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

19 Oct

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 10m

1 stop

MKY14:30Mackay

$605

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Thu 22/10

06:20-11:40

1 stop4h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

07:00-10:40

1 stop4h 40m

$416

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Mackay

Fri 18/12

11:25-17:40

1 stop5h 15m

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18:00-21:35

1 stop4h 35m

$418

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Mackay

Thu 8/10

13:45-19:10

1 stop4h 25m

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08:00-10:40

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$418

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Mackay

Fri 9/10

13:45-19:40

1 stop4h 55m

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18:30-21:50

1 stop4h 20m

$421

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 10/9

08:25-12:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

20:15-19:40

1 stop23h 25m

$454

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MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 18/12

11:25-17:40

1 stop5h 15m

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Wed 6/1

08:30-16:15

2 stops8h 45m

$504

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Wed 16/12

11:00-16:10

1 stop4h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/1

11:05-17:15

2 stops7h 10m

$563

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 5/11

08:15-13:50

1 stop4h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

08:35-16:45

2 stops9h 10m

$570

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 16/10

15:10-20:50

1 stop4h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/10

09:20-14:30

1 stop6h 10m

$605

MackaySydney

MKY Mackay - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 22/10

18:30-07:30

2 stops12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

15:00-17:50

1 stop3h 50m

$647

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Mackay and Sydney?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $396 to $481.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $418.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Mackay, with most prices found around $398. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of August, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $409.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Mackay when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $446 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Mackay for as low as $372 on momondo.

How have Mackay to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Mackay to Sydney flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Mackay to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Mackay to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$191
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Mackay in the past 72 hours is $191. The best return flight deal from Mackay to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $416.

The fastest flight from Mackay to Sydney takes 3h 50m

There are no direct flights from Mackay to Sydney. There are no popular flight routes from Mackay to Sydney.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Mackay to Sydney

How far is Mackay to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
Sydney Kingsford Smith is 1429.0 km away from Mackay. 3h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Mackay Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Mackay to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Mackay to Sydney is Virgin Australia (94% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Qantas Airways (6%).

Best airlines flying from Mackay to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $368	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 473 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $379	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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