How long does it take to fly to Mackay?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New South Wales, such as Sydney or Newcastle, and flying into Mackay, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 50m and 4h 05m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Mackay?

Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New South Wales to Mackay

Which airlines fly to Mackay?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Mackay from New South Wales according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Mackay. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Mackay on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New South Wales to Mackay Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Mackay Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Mackay Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$210 Cheap Flights from New South Wales to Mackay in 2026/27

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Return

One-way

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

16:45 - 19:50NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

4h 05m1 stop Brisbane

20:15 - 08:20MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

11h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$358Jetstar

Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

16:35 - 19:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 05m1 stop Brisbane

20:15 - 09:55MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 40m1 stop Brisbane

$383Jetstar

Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

18:30 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 05m1 stop Brisbane

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

4h 55m1 stop Brisbane

$410Virgin Australia

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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

4h 20m1 stop Brisbane

06:30 - 11:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$415Virgin Australia

Fri, 16 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

06:00 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

14h 50m1 stop Brisbane

20:15 - 22:20MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$417Jetstar

Thu, 8 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

18:30 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

4h 05m1 stop Brisbane

06:30 - 11:40MKY Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$421Virgin Australia

Fri, 13 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

06:00 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay

14h 50m1 stop Brisbane

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

4h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$425Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

16:45 - 07:45NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

16h 00m1 stop Brisbane

20:15 - 08:20MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

11h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$460Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

06:30 - 17:00NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

11h 30m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

09:25 - 15:50MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

5h 25m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$700Qantas Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

06:30 - 11:10NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

5h 40m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

09:25 - 21:15MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

10h 50m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$807Qantas Airways

Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Virgin Australia flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Our best Virgin Australia deals on New South Wales to Mackay flight tickets

Virgin Australia

2 Nov

SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 05m

1 stop

MKY21:35Mackay

9 Nov

MKY13:45Mackay

4h 55m

1 stop

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$410

Virgin Australia

16 Oct

SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 20m

1 stop

MKY21:50Mackay

27 Oct

MKY06:30Mackay

4h 10m

1 stop

SYD11:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$415

Virgin Australia

13 Nov

SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 05m

1 stop

MKY21:35Mackay

18 Nov

MKY06:30Mackay

4h 10m

1 stop

SYD11:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$421

Jetstar flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Our best Jetstar deals on New South Wales to Mackay flight tickets

Jetstar

15 Oct

NTL16:45Newcastle Williamtown

4h 05m

1 stop

MKY19:50Mackay

21 Oct

MKY20:15Mackay

11h 05m

1 stop

NTL08:20Newcastle Williamtown

$358

Jetstar

14 Oct

SYD16:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 05m

1 stop

MKY19:40Mackay

19 Oct

MKY20:15Mackay

12h 40m

1 stop

SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$383

Jetstar

8 Oct

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 50m

1 stop

MKY19:50Mackay

16 Oct

MKY20:15Mackay

25h 05m

1 stop

SYD22:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$417

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

NewcastleMackay

NTL Newcastle Williamtown - MKY Mackay

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 15/10

16:45-19:50

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Wed 21/10

20:15-08:20

1 stop11h 05m

$358

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

16:35-19:40

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Mon 19/10

20:15-09:55

1 stop12h 40m

$383

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

18:30-21:35

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Mon 9/11

13:45-19:40

1 stop4h 55m

$410

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

18:30-21:50

1 stop4h 20m

Mackay

Tue 27/10

06:30-11:40

1 stop4h 10m

$415

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

06:00-19:50

1 stop14h 50m

Mackay

Fri 16/10

20:15-22:20

1 stop25h 05m

$417

Fastest return journey

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/11

18:30-21:35

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Wed 18/11

06:30-11:40

1 stop4h 10m

$421

SydneyMackay

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MKY Mackay

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

06:00-19:50

1 stop14h 50m

Mackay

Fri 16/10

13:45-19:10

1 stop4h 25m

$425

NewcastleMackay

NTL Newcastle Williamtown - MKY Mackay

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Fri 16/10

16:45-07:45

1 stop16h 00m

Mackay

Sun 18/10

20:15-08:20

1 stop11h 05m

$460

NewcastleMackay

NTL Newcastle Williamtown - MKY Mackay

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 2/11

06:30-17:00

2 stops11h 30m

Mackay

Mon 9/11

09:25-15:50

2 stops5h 25m

$700

NewcastleMackay

NTL Newcastle Williamtown - MKY Mackay

NTLMKY

Newcastle Williamtown

Sat 20/3

06:30-11:10

2 stops5h 40m

Mackay

Wed 24/3

09:25-21:15

2 stops10h 50m

$807

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New South Wales to Mackay

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from New South Wales to Mackay. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $396. If you aren’t able to travel to Mackay during the month of January, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $424.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New South Wales to Mackay?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mackay from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mackay for around $434 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 New South Wales for as low as $373 on momondo.

Cheap New South Wales to Mackay flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New South Wales to Mackay

Best price found	$210
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Mackay from New South Wales in the past 72 hours is $210. The best return flight deal from New South Wales to Mackay found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $358.

The fastest flight from New South Wales to Mackay takes 3h 50m

There are no direct flights from New South Wales to Mackay. There are no popular flight routes from New South Wales to Mackay.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from New South Wales to Mackay

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from New South Wales to Mackay Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Mackay Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New South Wales to Mackay Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mackay Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Mackay Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Mackay Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to Mackay

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New South Wales to Mackay with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $128	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 568 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $334	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,102 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $354	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 476 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New South Wales to Mackay?

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 from New South Wales.

Can I find flights from New South Wales to Mackay with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Mackay from New South Wales with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from New South Wales to Mackay?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Mackay from New South Wales. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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

Price alerts on flights to Mackay from New South Wales are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

An easier way to manage your Mackay trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Wed 21/10

Wed 28/10

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Australia

Nearby airports

Airlines

Cabin classes

Other Australia destinations

Other flights from New South Wales

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Cheap flights from New South Wales to Mackay from $210

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New South Wales to Mackay departing on 31/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Virgin Australia flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Our best Virgin Australia deals on New South Wales to Mackay flight tickets

Jetstar flights from New South Wales to Mackay

Our best Jetstar deals on New South Wales to Mackay flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New South Wales to Mackay that are best for you.

See travel insights to Mackay from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New South Wales to Mackay

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

How far in advance should I book a flight from New South Wales to Mackay?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Mackay?

Which airlines fly to Mackay?

How long does it take to fly to Mackay?

Cheap New South Wales to Mackay flight deals and tips

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from New South Wales to Mackay

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to Mackay

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New South Wales to Mackay with momondo

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Mackay trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to Australia

Airports servicing Queensland

Fly your favourite airline to Mackay

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Cabin classes currently available on flights to Mackay

List of cabin classes available on flights landing in Mackay. Availability may vary depending on flight origin and airline.

Popular Cities in Australia

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from New South Wales

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Mackay

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year