Cheap flights from Mackay to Brisbane

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Cheapest round-trip flights $116
Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Mon, Apr 27
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mackay to Brisbane is currently $116
Cheapest one-way flight $51
Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Mar 28
The cheapest one-way flight from Mackay to Brisbane is currently $51
Last-minute weekend getaway $238
Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Mar 12 — Mon, Mar 16
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Mackay to Brisbane is currently $238
Cheapest business class flights $490
Virgin Australia Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Mackay to Brisbane is currently $490
Fastest flight 1 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Mackay to Brisbane takes 1 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Brisbane is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $120–195
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $190–315

Popular airlines from Mackay to Brisbane

  • Qantas
    Nonstop
    from $282
    Typical price: $265–320
    44 weekly nonstop flights
    MKY - BNE Every day
    478 weekly connecting flights
    MKY - BNE Every day
  • Virgin Australia
    Nonstop
    from $218
    Typical price: $200–290
    29 weekly nonstop flights
    MKY - BNE Every day
  • Jetstar
    Nonstop
    from $116
    Typical price: $115–240
    6 weekly nonstop flights
    MKY - BNE Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Mackay

  • Mackay Airport (MKY)
    Mackay Australia 9 min 2 mi
  • Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
    Proserpine Australia 1 hr 21 min 60 mi
  • Moranbah Airport (MOV)
    Moranbah Australia 2 hr 6 min 95 mi
  • Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
    Rockhampton Australia 3 hr 47 min 175 mi

Popular airports near Brisbane

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE)
    Brisbane Australia 21 min 8 mi
  • Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
    Gold Coast Australia 1 hr 11 min 56 mi
  • Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
    Sunshine Coast Regional Australia 1 hr 25 min 60 mi
  • Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)
    Ballina Australia 2 hr 2 min 99 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Mackay to Brisbane

The cheapest flights from Mackay to Brisbane are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $120 to $195.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mackay to Brisbane recently found on Google Flights was with Jetstar from $116. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $51.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qantas flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $282, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Virgin Australia flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $218, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
  • The cheapest Jetstar flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $116, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mackay to Brisbane starts at $116 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $51 and departs on Sat, Mar 28.
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Mackay to Brisbane.
Many people travel to Brisbane in winter (Jun–Aug) and the Dec–Jan school holiday break. Key events include Ekka (Aug), an annual agricultural event also called the Royal Queensland Show. The popular Brisbane Festival (Sep) draws crowds to music, theater, dance and circus performances. The rainy season (Nov–May) begins late in the spring and runs through fall, with tropical cyclones possible Jan–Mar.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Mackay to Brisbane.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Mackay to Brisbane really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Mackay to Brisbane.

In terms of nonstop flights, Qantas is the most popular. Qantas offers 44 nonstop flights and 478 connecting flights per week. Qantas flies from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) .

Other popular airlines flying from Mackay to Brisbane are:
  • Virgin Australia offers 29 nonstop flights per week. Virgin Australia flies from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) .
  • Jetstar offers 6 nonstop flights per week. Jetstar flies from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Mackay and Brisbane.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mackay to Brisbane recently found on Google Flights was with Jetstar from $116. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $51.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qantas flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $282, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Virgin Australia flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $218, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
  • The cheapest Jetstar flight from Mackay to Brisbane is $116, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly direct from Mackay to Brisbane.
  • There are 44 Qantas direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Virgin Australia direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Jetstar direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mackay and Brisbane at price $238 is offered by Jetstar from Thu, Mar 12 to Mon, Mar 16.
Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly direct from Mackay to Brisbane.
  • There are 44 Qantas direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Virgin Australia direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Jetstar direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Mackay to Brisbane on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Mackay and Brisbane start at $116 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27 with Jetstar.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Mackay to Brisbane, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Mackay and Brisbane start at $490 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with Virgin Australia.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Mackay and Brisbane start at $116 from Thu, Apr 23 to Mon, Apr 27.
To book business class trips from Mackay to Brisbane, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Mackay and Brisbane starts at $238 from Thu, Mar 12 to Mon, Mar 16 with Jetstar.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mackay and Brisbane at price $238 is offered by Jetstar from Thu, Mar 12 to Mon, Mar 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Mackay to Brisbane, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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