What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

If you book a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay, which is the city’s only airport. Mackay (MKY) is located 3.3 km from the centre of Mackay.

Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.

Does Mackay have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Mackay?

Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 km away from Mackay).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Mackay?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Mackay are Qantas Airways and Jetstar.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 310.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Mackay when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

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Qantas Airways
10/11-17/11
2 total stops
19h 05m total
Auckland to Mackay

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13h 25m total
Auckland to Mackay

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AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

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Auckland Intl

Wed 23/12

06:50-07:20

1 stop27h 30m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$556

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/12

12:10-12:10

1 stop27h 00m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$596

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/12

07:30-10:10

2 stops29h 40m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$725

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/12

19:15-17:15

2 stops25h 00m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$766

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AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/1

06:50-12:10

1 stop8h 20m

Mackay

Sun 14/2

15:40-00:45

1 stop6h 05m

$1,069

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/10

17:15-17:50

3 stops27h 35m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,126

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AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/10

16:20-16:45

2 stops27h 25m

Mackay

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

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$1,147

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AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/1

16:35-17:15

1 stop27h 40m

Mackay

Sun 31/1

08:15-00:45

1 stop13h 30m

$1,173

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/1

16:35-17:15

1 stop27h 40m

Mackay

Thu 4/2

08:25-20:30

1 stop9h 05m

$1,173

AucklandMackay

AKL Auckland Intl - MKY Mackay

AKLMKY

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/11

08:00-17:00

2 stops12h 00m

Mackay

Tue 17/11

09:25-06:10

2 stops17h 45m

$1,179

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Airlines

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Mackay are Jetstar and Qantas Airways.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

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Requested special assistance (wheelchair) for my 95yo mother, but airport staff forgot about it. When it can time to board she wasn’t able to. We had to wait until all passengers had boarded & wait for ground staff to arrive with wheelchair

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Brian,Sept 2026

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570 reviews

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6.0

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FAQs about flying to Mackay

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?
If you book a flight to Mackay, you will be flying into Mackay, which is the city’s only airport. Mackay (MKY) is located 3.3 km from the centre of Mackay.
Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.
Does Mackay have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Mackay?
Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 km away from Mackay).

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