On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Townsville to Mackay. The distance between the cities is approximately 324 km, and direct flights are available about twice a week.
Qantas (QF) is the main carrier on this route. Please note that airfares change constantly; to find the best deal, we recommend using the price chart and calendar. Detailed transfer information can be found in the sections on how to get to Townsville airport and from Mackay airport.
The table shows direct flights Townsville → Mackay on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 54 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas. Departures from Townsville Airport airports, arrivals at Mackay Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Townsville — Mackay by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $114 in a, and the most expensive are around $227 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The warmest weather in Mackay is seen in January and February, with temperatures peaking at 28.6°C. The rainiest months are January (around 320 mm of precipitation) and February, while the driest period with minimal cloud cover occurs in August and September.
The most affordable time to fly is in May, when ticket prices start $114. Price peaks occur in January and March, when minimum fares rise $216 and $227 respectively.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is one of the driest months with comfortable temperatures and moderate prices starting $131. It is best to avoid January due to the combination of the highest airfares and the peak of the rainy season.
Flights on this route are operated by Qantas (QF), providing a stable connection between the cities. Direct flights predominate on this route, with a frequency of about twice a week. You can view the current schedule for specific dates and route details in the interactive list below by clicking on the airline's card.
Flights Townsville — Mackay depart from Townsville Airport and arrive at Mackay Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time is about 50–60 minutes, considering the short distance of 324 km and time for takeoff and landing.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Qantas (QF).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, operated by the carrier approximately twice a week.
Airfares change constantly depending on the date and demand; you can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Mackay Airport (MKY).
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