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Cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney from $181

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Jetstar Logo
21:15 - 08:50
MKY
-
SYD
10h 35m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
13:50 - 20:35
SYD
-
MKY
7h 45m1 stop
$383Jetstar
Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 - 16:40
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 20:35
SYD
-
MKY
7h 45m1 stop
$391Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
14:05 - 18:40
MKY
-
SYD
3h 35m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
11:00 - 16:50
SYD
-
MKY
6h 50m1 stop
$394Virgin Australia
Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 12:15
MKY
-
SYD
14h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 21:35
SYD
-
MKY
4h 35m1 stop
$406Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 16:40
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
18:30 - 21:45
SYD
-
MKY
4h 15m1 stop
$409Virgin Australia
Mon, 12 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
13:55 - 19:10
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
08:00 - 10:40
SYD
-
MKY
3h 40m1 stop
$413Virgin Australia
Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
13:55 - 19:10
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
10:00 - 16:50
SYD
-
MKY
7h 50m1 stop
$415Virgin Australia
Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 08:50
MKY
-
SYD
10h 35m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 07:40
SYD
-
MKY
11h 10m1 stop
$431Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 17:40
MKY
-
SYD
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
07:30 - 10:40
SYD
-
MKY
4h 10m1 stop
$439Virgin Australia
Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
08:20 - 17:40
MKY
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SYD
8h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
07:30 - 10:40
SYD
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MKY
4h 10m1 stop
$459Virgin Australia
Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Sydney

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Mackay to Sydney flight tickets
Virgin Australia
27 Feb
MKY14:05Mackay
3h 35m
1 stop
SYD18:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
2 Mar
SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 50m
1 stop
MKY16:50Mackay
$394
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Virgin Australia
12 Jan
MKY11:25Mackay
4h 15m
1 stop
SYD16:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
16 Jan
SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15m
1 stop
MKY21:45Mackay
$409
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Virgin Australia
12 Feb
MKY13:55Mackay
4h 15m
1 stop
SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
19 Feb
SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 40m
1 stop
MKY10:40Mackay
$413
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Qantas Airways flights from Mackay to Sydney

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Mackay to Sydney flight tickets
Qantas Airways
12 Feb
MKY13:20Mackay
7h 35m
1 stop
SYD21:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
16 Feb
SYD16:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 50m
1 stop
MKY19:15Mackay
$588
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Qantas Airways
12 Feb
MKY15:20Mackay
6h 05m
1 stop
SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
15 Feb
SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
11h 50m
2 stops
MKY16:55Mackay
$683
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Qantas Airways
12 Feb
MKY13:20Mackay
8h 05m
1 stop
SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
15 Feb
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 00m
1 stop
MKY17:15Mackay
$776
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mackay to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 30 December 2025.
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Return

Price

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 29/1

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

13:50-20:35

1 stop7h 45m

$383

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 29/1

11:25-16:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

13:50-20:35

1 stop7h 45m

$391

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 27/2

14:05-18:40

1 stop3h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:00-16:50

1 stop6h 50m

$394

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 29/1

21:15-12:15

1 stop14h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

18:00-21:35

1 stop4h 35m

$406

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Mon 12/1

11:25-16:40

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/1

18:30-21:45

1 stop4h 15m

$409

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 12/2

13:55-19:10

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

08:00-10:40

1 stop3h 40m

$413

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Thu 12/2

13:55-19:10

1 stop4h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

10:00-16:50

1 stop7h 50m

$415

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Wed 14/1

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/1

21:30-07:40

1 stop11h 10m

$431

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 27/2

11:25-17:40

1 stop5h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

07:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

$439

MackaySydney

MKY - SYD

MKYSYD

Mackay

Fri 27/2

08:20-17:40

1 stop8h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

07:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

$459

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Mackay, with most prices found around $382. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of June, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $391.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $417 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 $354 on momondo.

How have Mackay to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Mackay to Sydney flights are approximately 9% more expensive 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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Cheap Mackay to Sydney (MKY to SYD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Mackay to Sydney

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

None
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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  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Mackay to Sydney

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $171Free cancellationRating
6.5
496 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $349Free cancellationRating
7.6
431 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $405Free cancellationRating
7.5
957 reviews
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