What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Mackay?

Delta operates the most flights from the United States to Mackay at 0 per week, while United Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Mackay. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Mackay?

Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Mackay are from: • Chicago, from $1,746 round-trip

How do I know if a flight to Mackay is a good deal?

A good deal on a flight to Mackay is around $1,731 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Mackay?

United Airlines is the most popular airline flying to Mackay among KAYAK users, followed by Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines.

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Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

2:41 pm - 10:10 amSJC San Jose-MKY Mackay

26h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

5:55 pm - 10:10 pmMKY Mackay-SJC San Jose

46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,661Qantas Airways

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2:41 pm - 10:10 amSJC San Jose-MKY Mackay

26h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

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46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,735Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

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7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

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7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

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7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

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11:20 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MKY Mackay

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7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

1:45 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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$1,814Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

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6:30 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:20 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MKY Mackay

42h 20m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

6:20 am - 8:10 amMKY Mackay-SFO San Francisco

42h 50m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne

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Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

2:41 pm - 10:10 amSJC San Jose-MKY Mackay

26h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

5:55 pm - 10:10 pmMKY Mackay-SJC San Jose

46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,661Qantas Airways

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

2:41 pm - 10:10 amSJC San Jose-MKY Mackay

26h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

5:55 pm - 10:10 pmMKY Mackay-SJC San Jose

46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,735Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

6:30 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 35m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,746Qatar Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

8:25 am - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 40m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,751Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

1:45 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 20m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,776Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

6:30 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 35m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,787Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:20 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MKY Mackay

42h 20m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

6:20 am - 6:35 amMKY Mackay-SFO San Francisco

17h 15m1 stop Brisbane

$1,795United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

1:45 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 20m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,814Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

7:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MKY Mackay

35h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

6:30 pm - 3:05 pmMKY Mackay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 35m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl

$1,822Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:20 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MKY Mackay

42h 20m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

6:20 am - 8:10 amMKY Mackay-SFO San Francisco

42h 50m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne

$1,824United Airlines

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Mackay?

Afternoon flights to Mackay are the cheapest at $1,483 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,916.

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What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Mackay?
Delta operates the most flights from the United States to Mackay at 0 per week, while United Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Mackay. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.
Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Mackay?
Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Mackay are from:
• Chicago, from $1,746 round-trip
How do I know if a flight to Mackay is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Mackay is around $1,731 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

For flights to Mackay, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $1,731 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
Before you book:

• Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
• Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
• Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
• Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
Shift your departure to noon to save up to $433 per round-trip. Noon flights to Mackay average $1,483 compared to $1,916 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
Once you arrive in Mackay, a great place to start is Bluewater Lagoon. It is popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

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