Flying from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Mackay and Brisbane follow the same timezone, UTC+10.
Flights from MKY to BNE start from 06:00 — the first with Qantas. The latest departure is at 21:15 with Jetstar. In total, there are 688 weekly Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MKY to BNE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Brisbane, Australia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Jetstar.
Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier offering MKY to BNE flights, with 78.73% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MKY and BNE include:
Rockhampton Airport
Townsville Airport
Cairns Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Currently, Rs14,258 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs29,613. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MKY to BNE, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MKY to BNE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, 71.86% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Mackay Airport from central Mackay, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MKY:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Brisbane Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and explore beyond Brisbane's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to the centre of Brisbane has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The quietest month for a flight from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Brisbane based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Mackay Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MKY to BNE in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a trip to Gold Coast will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Toowoomba, roughly 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are among the biggest draws.