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Cheap flights from Sydney to Mackay from $397

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10:30 - 16:50SYD-MKY
7h 20m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 08:50MKY-SYD
10h 35m1 stop
$397Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
10:00 - 16:50SYD-MKY
7h 50m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 18:10MKY-SYD
5h 45m1 stop
$399Virgin Australia
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Sat, 15 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 13:15SYD-MKY
4h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 22:15MKY-SYD
24h 00m1 stop
$406Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 12 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
11:00 - 16:50SYD-MKY
6h 50m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:35 - 22:25MKY-SYD
3h 50m1 stop
$409Virgin Australia
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Mon, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:30 - 21:35SYD-MKY
4h 05m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:15 - 22:15MKY-SYD
24h 00m1 stop
$417Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 11 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
11:00 - 16:50SYD-MKY
6h 50m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
15:25 - 20:40MKY-SYD
4h 15m1 stop
$432Virgin Australia
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Mon, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec
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12:00 - 17:10SYD-MKY
6h 10m1 stop
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09:35 - 21:30MKY-SYD
10h 55m2 stops
$846Qantas Airways
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Wed, 12 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
21:55 - 11:10SYD-MKY
14h 15m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
09:35 - 21:30MKY-SYD
10h 55m2 stops
$907Qantas Airways
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Tue, 11 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov
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18:50 - 17:10SYD-MKY
23h 20m2 stops
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13:20 - 07:50MKY-SYD
17h 30m2 stops
$1,822Air New Zealand
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Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
18:50 - 21:45SYD-MKY
27h 55m2 stops
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20:00 - 07:50MKY-SYD
34h 50m2 stops
$1,844Air New Zealand
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Mon, 8 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec

Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Mackay

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Sydney to Mackay flight tickets
Virgin Australia
15 Nov
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
7h 50m
1 stop
MKY16:50Mackay
19 Nov
MKY11:25Mackay
5h 45m
1 stop
SYD18:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$399
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Virgin Australia
15 Dec
SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 50m
1 stop
MKY16:50Mackay
22 Dec
MKY17:35Mackay
3h 50m
1 stop
SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$409
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Virgin Australia
15 Dec
SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 50m
1 stop
MKY16:50Mackay
22 Dec
MKY15:25Mackay
4h 15m
1 stop
SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$432
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Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Mackay

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Mackay flight tickets
Qantas Airways
12 Nov
SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 10m
1 stop
MKY17:10Mackay
21 Nov
MKY09:35Mackay
10h 55m
2 stops
SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$846
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Qantas Airways
11 Nov
SYD21:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 15m
2 stops
MKY11:10Mackay
21 Nov
MKY09:35Mackay
10h 55m
2 stops
SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$907
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Qantas Airways
10 Nov
SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 35m
2 stops
MKY16:55Mackay
21 Nov
MKY09:35Mackay
10h 55m
2 stops
SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,471
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Mackay 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 1 November 2025.
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SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

10:30-16:50

1 stop7h 20m

Mackay

Mon 17/11

21:15-08:50

1 stop10h 35m

$397

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

10:00-16:50

1 stop7h 50m

Mackay

Wed 19/11

11:25-18:10

1 stop5h 45m

$399

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/11

10:00-13:15

1 stop4h 15m

Mackay

Fri 21/11

21:15-22:15

1 stop24h 00m

$406

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

11:00-16:50

1 stop6h 50m

Mackay

Mon 22/12

17:35-22:25

1 stop3h 50m

$409

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

18:30-21:35

1 stop4h 05m

Mackay

Fri 21/11

21:15-22:15

1 stop24h 00m

$417

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

11:00-16:50

1 stop6h 50m

Mackay

Mon 22/12

15:25-20:40

1 stop4h 15m

$432

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/11

12:00-17:10

1 stop6h 10m

Mackay

Fri 21/11

09:35-21:30

2 stops10h 55m

$846

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

21:55-11:10

2 stops14h 15m

Mackay

Fri 21/11

09:35-21:30

2 stops10h 55m

$907

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

18:50-17:10

2 stops23h 20m

Mackay

Mon 17/11

13:20-07:50

2 stops17h 30m

$1,822

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

18:50-21:45

2 stops27h 55m

Mackay

Fri 12/12

20:00-07:50

2 stops34h 50m

$1,844

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Mackay. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $389. 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 $394.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Mackay?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Mackay. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $459. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Mackay on Monday is $559.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Mackay?

Our data shows that the cheapest Sydney to Mackay flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Mackay at midday for as low as $477. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $516 on average. Flights to Mackay from Sydney in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mackay from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mackay for around $441 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 Sydney for as low as $364 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Mackay flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to Mackay flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Mackay by plane?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith and Mackay are 1429.0 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 05m.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Mackay?

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JetstarPriceFrom $175Free cancellationRating
6.5
478 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $355Free cancellationRating
7.6
423 reviews
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7.5
926 reviews
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