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

Flights from Mackay to Perth usually depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Perth (PER).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Mackay to Perth: • Economy class • Business Class

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

Most connecting flights from Mackay to Perth pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Mackay to Perth route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $572 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $959, a difference of $387. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Perth?

Some of the most popular sights in Perth are RAC Arena, Perth Convention Exhibition Centre, and Perth Town Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Perth on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Mackay to Perth?

A direct flight from Mackay to Perth takes 0h 00m, covering 5,624 km.

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

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Mackay to Perth 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 $806 to $2,501. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Mackay to Perth are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $527, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Mackay and Perth?

Perth is 2 hours behind Mackay (Western Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Perth Airport (PER)?

Perth Airport (PER) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • EverythingFleet • East Coast Car Rentals • Europcar • Ace Rental Cars • Bargain Car Rentals

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

Return flights from Mackay to Perth range from $756 to $986, with an average of $860 over the past 12 months. Anything below $756 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Mackay to Perth?

Return flights from Mackay to Perth start at $806. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $756 to $986. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $806 on Virgin Australia.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mackay to Perth and is 34% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Perth?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Perth at $672 return. •October ($1,076) and May ($991) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Mackay to Perth?

Virgin Australia ($806) and Qantas Airways ($1,095) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Mackay to Perth according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $862. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Mackay to Perth stopovers at 368 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:30 - 13:55MKY Mackay-PER Perth

9h 25m1 stop Brisbane

22:30 - 07:40PER Perth-MKY Mackay

7h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$806Virgin Australia

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

08:20 - 15:55MKY Mackay-PER Perth

9h 35m1 stop Brisbane

10:45 - 21:35PER Perth-MKY Mackay

8h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$806Virgin Australia

Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

08:20 - 21:35MKY Mackay-PER Perth

15h 15m1 stop Brisbane

06:00 - 21:35PER Perth-MKY Mackay

13h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$816Virgin Australia

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

18:35 - 00:05MKY Mackay-PER Perth

7h 30m1 stop Brisbane

06:00 - 21:35PER Perth-MKY Mackay

13h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$830Virgin Australia

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

06:30 - 12:30MKY Mackay-PER Perth

8h 00m1 stop Brisbane

23:40 - 17:50PER Perth-MKY Mackay

16h 10m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

$1,038Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

09:25 - 23:55MKY Mackay-PER Perth

16h 30m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

10:45 - 21:35PER Perth-MKY Mackay

8h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$1,093Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

06:00 - 14:10MKY Mackay-PER Perth

10h 10m1 stop Brisbane

23:10 - 14:10PER Perth-MKY Mackay

13h 00m1 stop Brisbane

$1,095Qantas Airways

Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

09:25 - 23:55MKY Mackay-PER Perth

16h 30m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

10:45 - 21:35PER Perth-MKY Mackay

8h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:15 - 14:10MKY Mackay-PER Perth

7h 55m1 stop Brisbane

22:55 - 10:10PER Perth-MKY Mackay

9h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$1,300Qantas Airways

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

11:00 - 20:30MKY Mackay-PER Perth

11h 30m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 17:00PER Perth-MKY Mackay

9h 00m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

$1,308Qantas Airways

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How much is a return flight from Mackay to Perth? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Mackay to Perth departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mackay to Perth?: Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mackay to Perth and is 34% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Perth? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Mackay to Perth, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Perth at $672 return.
•October ($1,076) and May ($991) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Mackay to Perth?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Mackay to Perth:

• Economy class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Mackay to Perth?
A direct flight from Mackay to Perth takes 0h 00m, covering 5,624 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Mackay to Perth?
No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
How much should I expect to pay for a Mackay to Perth flight?
Return flights from Mackay to Perth range from $756 to $986, with an average of $860 over the past 12 months. Anything below $756 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Mackay to Perth 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 $806 to $2,501. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Mackay to Perth looking right now?
One-way fares from Mackay to Perth are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $527, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Perth Airport (PER)?
Perth Airport (PER) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• EverythingFleet
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Europcar
• Ace Rental Cars
• Bargain Car Rentals
Which airports can I use when flying from Mackay to Perth?
Flights from Mackay to Perth usually depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Perth (PER).
Which airports do connecting flights from Mackay to Perth pass through?
Most connecting flights from Mackay to Perth pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mackay to Perth?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Mackay to Perth route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $572 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $959, a difference of $387. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Mackay and Perth?
Perth is 2 hours behind Mackay (Western Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Perth?
Some of the most popular sights in Perth are RAC Arena, Perth Convention Exhibition Centre, and Perth Town Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Perth on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $572 – about $387 less than Sunday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mackay to Perth trip for August. Fares historically average $672 return in that month – typically $404 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Perth Airport.
- Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel
- Ellard Bed & Breakfast

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