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Mackay.$370 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $370, select.
Mackay.$372 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.
Mackay.$397 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.
Mackay.$406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
Mackay.$437 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.
Mackay.$446 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $446, select.
Mackay.$450 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $450, select.
Mackay.$482 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Mackay.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mackay.

Melbourne to Mackay: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$370
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay is $370. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay. But we found flights with one or more stops from $370.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Mackay is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Mackay Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mackay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mackay is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mackay.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know

  • To ensure you get on your MEL to MKY flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and MKY:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Townsville Airport

    • Cairns Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mackay Airport (MKY)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport flight is $161. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $370. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to MKY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from MEL to MKY is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MKY instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Mackay Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and see more of Mackay and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mackay Airport around four weeks before you set off.

Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay

  • From Mackay Airport, Mackay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Mackay in February.

  • The warmest month in Mackay is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mackay Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to MKY in July. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Mackay has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-west of Mackay, a visit to Townsville will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Rockhampton, about 290 kilometres south-east of Mackay. Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park are among its highlights.

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