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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mackay to Brisbane:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:34
• Latest: departs at 19:15 and lands at 20:49.

The flight takes about 1h 34m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mackay to Brisbane:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Mackay to Brisbane takes 1h 34m, covering 1,285 km.

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

Return flights from Mackay to Brisbane range from $276 to $412, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $276 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $343 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $337 return, compared with $360 via a stopover through Rockhampton (ROK).

Qantas Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Virgin Australia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Mackay to Brisbane flights are:

• Qantas Airways: 97% on time
• Virgin Australia: 93% on time
• Jetstar: 61% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$136 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Mackay to Brisbane flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Mackay to Brisbane are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $237, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

Brisbane Airport (BNE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $54 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• Simba Car Hire
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Alpha
• EverythingFleet

Flights from Mackay to Brisbane usually depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mackay to Brisbane route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 26m.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Mackay to Brisbane. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $306 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $371, a difference of $64.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Mackay and Brisbane. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia

Some of the most popular sights in Brisbane are Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Suncorp Stadium, and Roma Street Parkland. These are among the most viewed places in Brisbane on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Mackay to Brisbane flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The distance between Mackay and Mackay Airport is just under 6 km. While affordable, buses are an ideal way to connect central Mackay and the airport. They take about 25min for the trip. Taxis, which take roughly 10min for the same journey, are a tad expensive but more comfortable.

If you need some rest before getting on the plane in Mackay, you can do so at Qantas Club Lounge; walk to the end of the departure lounge to get to Qantas Club. However, there are guiding signs that indicate the path to follow. Virgin Australia also has a lounge, in the departure area.