Flying from London to Mackay Airport (MKY): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Mackay Airport (MKY). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Mackay is ten hours ahead of London. Mackay Airport is located in Mackay, which is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from London to MKY.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Mackay Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to MKY flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Mackay Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Mackay Airport (MKY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Mackay Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MKY instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Mackay Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget to explore Mackay and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your London to Mackay Airport flight.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport to the centre of Mackay is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mackay Airport (MKY)
Rs221,695 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Mackay Airport. Return flights start from Rs336,706. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from London to MKY, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Mackay Airport (MKY)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Mackay. June is when most people book flights from London to Mackay Airport (MKY), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Mackay is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your London to MKY flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Mackay Airport in July when temperatures are between 15ºC and 22ºC.
More about Mackay
Once you've booked your flight from London to Mackay Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mackay:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Mackay when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Harbour Beach followed by Far Beach and Lamberts Lookout.
Explore more of Australia
Rockhampton is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mackay. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Mount Archer National Park and Rockhampton Heritage Trail.
Emerald is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 290 kilometres south of Mackay. No journey is complete without seeing Blackwood National Park, Botanic Gardens and Emerald Railway Bridge.
