Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport.
Choose from 634 weekly Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport flights. The 05:35 departure with Qantas is the earliest you can take. Qantas operates the last service of the day at 20:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BNE to MKY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Mackay (and then other destinations in Australia) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers BNE to MKY flights is Virgin Australia Regional. Its services land as scheduled 78.99% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BNE and MKY include:
Rockhampton Airport
Townsville Airport
Cairns Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport flight is Rs14,065. A round-trip fare right now is Rs28,130. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BNE to MKY by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BNE to MKY.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
66.16% of flights that take off from Brisbane Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BNE:
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MKY instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Mackay Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Mackay and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Mackay Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport to central Mackay has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
April is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Mackay in February.
The warmest month in Mackay is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Mackay Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BNE to MKY sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Mackay, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Townsville to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, head for Rockhampton, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Mackay. Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park are among its highlights.