Which airlines fly from Mackay to Townsville?

Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Mackay and Townsville.

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

Flights from Mackay to Townsville usually depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Townsville (TSV).

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Mackay to Townsville flights?

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

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

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

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Mackay to Townsville. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $443 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $689, a difference of $246. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How are flight departures from Mackay to Townsville spread across the day?

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

What are the earliest and latest flights from Mackay to Townsville?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mackay to Townsville: • Earliest: departs at 11:35 and lands at 12:35 • Latest: departs at 17:25 and lands at 18:25. The flight takes about 1h.

How long is a flight from Mackay to Townsville?

A direct flight from Mackay to Townsville takes 1h, covering 531 km.

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

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 Mackay to Townsville changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $471 to $926. That means the highest observed fare was about 96% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Mackay to Townsville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $401, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

Which car hire options are available at Townsville Airport (TSV)?

Townsville Airport (TSV) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include: • Bargain Car Rentals • Budget • Thrifty • Europcar • Avis

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

Return flights from Mackay to Townsville range from $459 to $538, with an average of $514 over the past 12 months. Anything below $459 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Mackay to Townsville?

Return flights from Mackay to Townsville typically range from $459 to $538. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $471 on Qantas Airways.

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

Qantas Airways ($471) offered the cheapest return ticket from Mackay to Townsville in the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Mackay and Townsville?

Qantas Airways has the most frequent direct flights from Mackay to Townsville with 12 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Mackay and Townsville?

There are 1 to 2 flights per day from Mackay to Townsville, about 12 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 17% of weekly flights.

What time of day do most flights depart from Mackay to Townsville?

Most direct flights from Mackay to Townsville depart in the morning, accounting for 50% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

17:25 - 18:25MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

1h 00mdirect

08:00 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

1h 00mdirect

$471Qantas Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

17:25 - 18:25MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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$474Qantas Airways

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11:35 - 12:35MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

1h 00mdirect

08:00 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

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$484Qantas Airways

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11:35 - 12:35MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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11:35 - 12:35MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

18:35 - 09:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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08:00 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

1h 00mdirect

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18:35 - 09:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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08:00 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

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$589Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

06:30 - 15:40MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

9h 10m1 stop Brisbane

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1h 00mdirect

$630Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

17:50 - 09:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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16:25 - 17:25TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

1h 00mdirect

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What are the earliest and latest flights from Mackay to Townsville?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mackay to Townsville:

• Earliest: departs at 11:35 and lands at 12:35
• Latest: departs at 17:25 and lands at 18:25.

The flight takes about 1h.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Mackay to Townsville?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Mackay to Townsville.
How long is a flight from Mackay to Townsville?
A direct flight from Mackay to Townsville takes 1h, covering 531 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Mackay to Townsville?
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 Mackay to Townsville flight?
Return flights from Mackay to Townsville range from $459 to $538, with an average of $514 over the past 12 months. Anything below $459 counts as a good deal.
How are flight departures from Mackay to Townsville spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on Mackay to Townsville flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.
Have flight prices from Mackay to Townsville changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $471 to $926. That means the highest observed fare was about 96% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Mackay to Townsville looking right now?
One-way fares from Mackay to Townsville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $401, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Townsville Airport (TSV)?
Townsville Airport (TSV) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Mackay to Townsville?
Flights from Mackay to Townsville usually depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Townsville (TSV).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mackay to Townsville?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Mackay to Townsville. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $443 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $689, a difference of $246.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Which airlines fly from Mackay to Townsville?
Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Mackay and Townsville.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Mackay to Townsville flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $443, about $246 less than Saturday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mackay to Townsville trip for November. Fares historically average $443 return in that month – typically $246 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Townsville Airport.

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