MKY - SYD

$203 Find Cheap Flights from Mackay to Sydney – Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Mackay to Sydney departing on 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
$408
Typical prices: $410-$530
Virgin Australia, Jetstar
Wed 9/9Thu 10/9
MKY - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$203
Typical prices: $190-$227
Virgin Australia
Thu 10/9
MKY - SYD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Mackay and Sydney. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 11% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Mackay to Sydney (MKY-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Mackay to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Mackay to Sydney

Wed, 9 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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18:30 - 22:20MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 19:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
13h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$408Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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20:15 - 08:40MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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15:35 - 19:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
4h 05m1 stop Brisbane
$410Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
18:30 - 22:20MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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07:00 - 10:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
3h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$412Virgin Australia
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
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18:30 - 22:20MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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10:30 - 17:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
7h 20m1 stop Brisbane
$414Virgin Australia
Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:25 - 12:40MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 19:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
23h 25m1 stop Brisbane
$418Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
11:25 - 18:10MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
6h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
07:00 - 13:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
6h 05m1 stop Brisbane
$421Virgin Australia
Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:25 - 12:40MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15m1 stop Brisbane
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21:20 - 19:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
22h 20m2 stops Melbourne Avalon Brisbane
$502Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
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06:00 - 14:15MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
7h 15m1 stop Brisbane
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08:30 - 16:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
9h 15m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton
$700Qantas Airways
Fri, 9 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
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10:35 - 16:00MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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08:30 - 16:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
9h 15m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton
$700Qantas Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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13:00 - 18:00MKY  Mackay-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 00m1 stop Brisbane
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09:10 - 16:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MKY Mackay
8h 35m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton
$700Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Mackay to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Mackay to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Mackay to Sydney?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Mackay to Sydney departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Sydney from Mackay usually cost between $393 and $417 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $408 on Multiple Airlines (9 Sept–10 Sept).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Mackay to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Mackay to Sydney is August, where tickets cost $402 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $517 and $487 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Mackay to Sydney?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Mackay to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Mackay to Sydney, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$203
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Mackay to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Mackay to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Mackay to Sydney

  • What is the cheapest flight from Mackay to Sydney?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Mackay to Sydney was $203 for a one-way ticket and $408 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Mackay to Sydney?

    Mackay and Sydney are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Mackay from Mackay and will be arriving at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Mackay to Sydney?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Mackay to Sydney?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Mackay and Sydney.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Mackay to Sydney, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Mackay to Sydney are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $441 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $683 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Mackay to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Mackay to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Mackay to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Mackay is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Mackay to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Mackay with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Mackay to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Mackay up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Other airlines flying from Mackay to Sydney

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Mackay to Sydney according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.
Virgin Australia flights from Mackay to Sydney