Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gladstone Airport (GLT): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your MKY to GLT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a popular stop between MKY and GLT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gladstone Airport (GLT)
Rs65,455 is currently the best price for a one-way Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs128,077. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MKY to GLT, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MKY to GLT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to Mackay Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Mackay Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mackay. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MKY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Gladstone Airport (GLT)
If you have a late Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near GLT:
Pick up a Gladstone Airport rental car and discover Gladstone and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Hertz and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Gladstone Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to central Gladstone
Gladstone Airport to central Gladstone has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Gladstone Airport (GLT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Gladstone in February.
The warmest month in Gladstone is January, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Mackay Airport to Gladstone Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MKY to GLT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Gladstone. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
If there's time to check out another side of Australia, head for Toowoomba, roughly 418 kilometres south of Gladstone. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are key reasons to visit.
