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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $360-$408
Virgin Australia
Sat 11/17Sun 11/25
MEL - MKY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $186-$244
Virgin Australia
Fri 11/16
MEL - MKY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Mackay. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
August
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Mackay (MEL-MKY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Mackay

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:10 am - 5:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
7h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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6:35 pm - 12:15 amMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$385Virgin Australia
Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 28
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4:50 pm - 9:35 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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11:25 am - 9:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
8h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$386Virgin Australia
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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6:00 am - 10:40 amMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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8:20 am - 2:00 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$406Virgin Australia
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 3
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1:10 pm - 5:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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11:25 am - 5:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$407Virgin Australia
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 18
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5:10 pm - 9:35 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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11:25 am - 5:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$415Virgin Australia
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 10:40 amMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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11:25 am - 6:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
5h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$416Virgin Australia
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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6:00 am - 7:35 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
14h 35m1 stop Brisbane
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6:35 pm - 9:25 amMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
13h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$426Virgin Australia
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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6:00 am - 7:35 pmMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
14h 35m1 stop Brisbane
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6:35 pm - 9:25 amMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
13h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$427Virgin Australia
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:00 am - 10:40 amMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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1:45 pm - 7:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$432Virgin Australia
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:00 am - 10:40 amMEL  Melbourne-MKY Mackay
5h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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6:30 am - 12:15 pmMKY  Mackay-MEL Melbourne
4h 45m1 stop Brisbane
$433Virgin Australia
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Mackay flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay typically range from $360 to $408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385, on Virgin Australia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay at $335 round-trip.
•May ($410) and September ($409) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Mackay flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$193
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay

When to book flights from Melbourne to Mackay

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Mackay based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Mackay flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Mackay takes 00m, covering 1,168 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Mackay flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay range from $360 to $408, with an average of $384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Mackay flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $384 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Mackay changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $385 to $1,828. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Mackay looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Mackay are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $258, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Mackay Airport (MKY)?

    Mackay Airport (MKY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mackay. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $397, a difference of $22.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Mackay?

    Mackay is 1 hour behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mackay?

    Bluewater Lagoon is one of the most viewed places in Mackay on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Mackay flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $375, about $22 less than Tuesday fares (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Mackay trip for January. Fares historically average $335 round-trip in that month - typically $75 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mackay Airport.

    • Mackay Resort Motel
    • Ibis Mackay
    • Boomerang Motor Hotel

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