Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Mackay?

Flights from Adelaide to Mackay usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Mackay?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to Mackay.

Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Mackay pass through?

Most connecting flights from Adelaide to Mackay pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Mackay?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Adelaide to Mackay. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $634 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $804, a difference of $170. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Mackay?

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Mackay on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Adelaide to Mackay?

A direct flight from Adelaide to Mackay takes 00m, covering 2,977 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Mackay?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Adelaide to Mackay changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $635 to $1,404. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Adelaide to Mackay looking right now?

One-way fares from Adelaide to Mackay are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $463, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

Which car hire options are available at Mackay Airport (MKY)?

Mackay Airport (MKY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $111 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Thrifty • Europcar • Hertz • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Mackay flight?

Return flights from Adelaide to Mackay range from $633 to $795, with an average of $689 over the past 12 months. Anything below $633 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Adelaide to Mackay?

Return flights from Adelaide to Mackay typically range from $633 to $795. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $635 on Virgin Australia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Mackay?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Mackay. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Adelaide to Mackay?

Virgin Australia ($635) offered the cheapest return ticket from Adelaide to Mackay in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Adelaide to Mackay?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $692. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Adelaide to Mackay, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Adelaide to Mackay stopovers at 4h 16m over the past 3 months.

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06:10 - 10:40ADL Adelaide-MKY Mackay

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06:30 - 16:20MKY Mackay-ADL Adelaide

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$635Virgin Australia

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9h 20m1 stop Brisbane

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19:40 - 10:40ADL Adelaide-MKY Mackay

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Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

06:15 - 17:15ADL Adelaide-MKY Mackay

11h 30m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

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How much is a return flight from Adelaide to Mackay? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Adelaide to Mackay departing in December.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Mackay?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Mackay. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Mackay?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to Mackay.
How long is a flight from Adelaide to Mackay?
A direct flight from Adelaide to Mackay takes 00m, covering 2,977 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Mackay?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.
How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Mackay flight?
Return flights from Adelaide to Mackay range from $633 to $795, with an average of $689 over the past 12 months. Anything below $633 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Adelaide to Mackay changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $635 to $1,404. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Adelaide to Mackay looking right now?
One-way fares from Adelaide to Mackay are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $463, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Mackay Airport (MKY)?
Mackay Airport (MKY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $111 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Mackay?
Flights from Adelaide to Mackay usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Mackay pass through?
Most connecting flights from Adelaide to Mackay pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Mackay?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Adelaide to Mackay. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $634 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $804, a difference of $170.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Mackay?
Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Mackay on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $634, about $170 less than Wednesday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Mackay trip for September. Fares historically average $585 return in that month – typically $256 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mackay Airport.

• Ibis Mackay
• Mackay Rose Motel
• Miners Lodge Motor Inn

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