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Cheap flights from Sydney to Mackay from $180

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Mackay departing on 22/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Virgin Australia Logo
07:30 - 13:15
SYD
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MKY
5h 45m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
13:55 - 18:10
MKY
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SYD
4h 15m
1 stop
$398Virgin Australia
Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
08:00 - 13:15
SYD
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MKY
5h 15m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 16:40
MKY
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SYD
5h 15m
1 stop
$409Virgin Australia
Fri, 29 May - Sat, 30 May
Virgin Australia Logo
09:00 - 13:15
SYD
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MKY
4h 15m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 22:20
MKY
-
SYD
4h 50m
1 stop
$425Virgin Australia
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
17:00 - 21:50
SYD
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MKY
4h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
13:55 - 18:10
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m
1 stop
$427Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
16:00 - 21:50
SYD
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MKY
5h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 17:40
MKY
-
SYD
6h 15m
1 stop
$431Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
09:00 - 13:15
SYD
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MKY
4h 15m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:20 - 10:40
MKY
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SYD
4h 20m
1 stop
$438Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
06:30 - 10:40
SYD
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MKY
4h 10m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
08:25 - 12:40
MKY
-
SYD
4h 15m
1 stop
$443Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 21:50
SYD
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MKY
7h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:20 - 12:40
MKY
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SYD
6h 20m
1 stop
$446Virgin Australia
Fri, 14 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
06:30 - 10:40
SYD
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MKY
4h 10m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
08:25 - 18:40
MKY
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SYD
10h 15m
1 stop
$449Virgin Australia
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
15:00 - 21:50
SYD
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MKY
6h 50m
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Virgin Australia Logo
06:20 - 10:40
MKY
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SYD
4h 20m
1 stop
$457Virgin Australia
Fri, 14 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Mackay

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Sydney to Mackay flight tickets
Virgin Australia
16 Apr
SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
5h 45m
1 stop
MKY13:15Mackay
27 Apr
MKY13:55Mackay
4h 15m
1 stop
SYD18:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$398
Virgin Australia
29 May
SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
5h 15m
1 stop
MKY13:15Mackay
30 May
MKY11:25Mackay
5h 15m
1 stop
SYD16:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$409
Virgin Australia
28 Apr
SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15m
1 stop
MKY13:15Mackay
28 Apr
MKY17:30Mackay
4h 50m
1 stop
SYD22:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$425

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Mackay

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Mackay flight tickets
Qantas Airways
24 Apr
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 50m
2 stops
MKY17:10Mackay
27 Apr
MKY06:00Mackay
4h 55m
1 stop
SYD10:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$716
Qantas Airways
1 May
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
7h 20m
1 stop
MKY16:40Mackay
3 May
MKY08:10Mackay
5h 05m
1 stop
SYD13:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$756
Qantas Airways
1 May
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 10m
1 stop
MKY14:30Mackay
3 May
MKY08:10Mackay
5h 05m
1 stop
SYD13:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$759

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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 27 March 2026.
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SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/4

07:30-13:15

1 stop5h 45m

Mackay

Mon 27/4

13:55-18:10

1 stop4h 15m

$398

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

08:00-13:15

1 stop5h 15m

Mackay

Sat 30/5

11:25-16:40

1 stop5h 15m

$409

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

09:00-13:15

1 stop4h 15m

Mackay

Tue 28/4

17:30-22:20

1 stop4h 50m

$425

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

17:00-21:50

1 stop4h 50m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

13:55-18:10

1 stop4h 15m

$427

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

16:00-21:50

1 stop5h 50m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

11:25-17:40

1 stop6h 15m

$431

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

09:00-13:15

1 stop4h 15m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

06:20-10:40

1 stop4h 20m

$438
Fastest return journey

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

06:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

08:25-12:40

1 stop4h 15m

$443

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

14:00-21:50

1 stop7h 50m

Mackay

Tue 18/8

06:20-12:40

1 stop6h 20m

$446

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

06:30-10:40

1 stop4h 10m

Mackay

Tue 25/8

08:25-18:40

1 stop10h 15m

$449

SydneyMackay

SYD - MKY

SYDMKY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

15:00-21:50

1 stop6h 50m

Mackay

Tue 18/8

06:20-10:40

1 stop4h 20m

$457

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mackay?

In general, May 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 $383. If you aren’t able to travel to Mackay during the month of May, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $395.

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 $420 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 $380 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Mackay flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Sydney to Mackay flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Mackay

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

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Fastest flight time

4h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Mackay takes 4h 05m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Mackay. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Mackay.
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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?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Mackay

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JetstarPriceFrom $166Free cancellationRating
6.5
535 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $355Free cancellationRating
7.6
449 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $550Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,011 reviews
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