Cheap flights to Mackay
3 cities have regular scheduled flights to Mackay (MKY). 3 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Brisbane — Mackay
Townsville — Brisbane
Cairns — Brisbane
Popular departure cities to Mackay
Flight insights to Mackay
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Mackay — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Mackay come from Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns. Brisbane leads with around 152 flights a week.
- Brisbane152 flights/week
- Townsville7 flights/week
- Cairns5 flights/week
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Mackay range from Brisbane at $80 to Cairns at $156 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Brisbanefrom $80
- Townsvillefrom $130
- Cairnsfrom $156
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Mackay from right now are Brisbane from $80, Townsville from $130 and Cairns from $156.
- Brisbanefrom $80
- Townsvillefrom $130
- Cairnsfrom $156
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Mackay is from Brisbane at about 1h 32m, followed by Cairns (1h 15m) and Townsville (0h 55m).
- Brisbane1h 32m
- Cairns1h 15m
- Townsville0h 55m
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Mackay?
- There are 3+ cities with regular flights to Mackay, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Mackay depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Mackay from Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Mackay?
- 3 airlines operate flights to Mackay, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Mackay?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Mackay?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.