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

Flights from Newcastle to Mackay usually depart from Newcastle Williamtown (NTL) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Mackay?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Newcastle to Mackay. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $452 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $564, a difference of $112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 Newcastle to Mackay?

A direct flight from Newcastle to Mackay takes 00m, covering 2,121 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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 $402 to $1,506. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Mackay?

Mackay is 1 hour behind Newcastle (Eastern 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 Mackay Airport (MKY)?

Mackay Airport (MKY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $110 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Thrifty • Europcar • Hertz • Avis

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

Return flights from Newcastle to Mackay range from $418 to $597, with an average of $494 over the past 12 months. Anything below $418 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newcastle to Mackay. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Mackay at $418 return. •August ($609) and March ($598) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Virgin Australia ($459) and Qantas Airways ($618) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Newcastle to Mackay according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $510. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Newcastle to Mackay stopovers at 3h 58m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan

17:00 - 07:40NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

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11:25 - 16:25MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

4h 00m1 stop Brisbane

$402Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

07:05 - 10:40NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

4h 35m1 stop Brisbane

08:20 - 21:30MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

12h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$459Virgin Australia

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Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan

17:00 - 07:40NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

15h 40m1 stop Brisbane

09:25 - 16:25MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

6h 00m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$459Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

18:30 - 21:35NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

4h 05m1 stop Brisbane

13:45 - 21:30MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

6h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$540Virgin Australia

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Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

07:05 - 17:50NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

11h 45m1 stop Brisbane

08:20 - 21:30MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

12h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$548Virgin Australia

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Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

06:30 - 10:00NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

4h 30m1 stop Brisbane

09:20 - 21:15MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

10h 55m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$618Qantas Airways

13 hours ago

Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan

06:30 - 17:00NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

11h 30m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

11:35 - 21:15MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

8h 40m2 stops Townsville Brisbane

$629Qantas Airways

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Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

06:30 - 11:10NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

5h 40m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

09:20 - 21:15MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

10h 55m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$646Qantas Airways

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Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:30 - 11:10NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

5h 40m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

11:25 - 21:30MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

9h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$719Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:30 - 11:10NTL Newcastle Williamtown-MKY Mackay

5h 40m2 stops Brisbane Rockhampton

17:50 - 08:15MKY Mackay-NTL Newcastle Williamtown

13h 25m2 stops Rockhampton Brisbane

$858Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newcastle to Mackay?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newcastle to Mackay. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Mackay? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Newcastle to Mackay, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Mackay at $418 return.
•August ($609) and March ($598) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% 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 Newcastle to Mackay?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Newcastle to Mackay.
How long is a flight from Newcastle to Mackay?
A direct flight from Newcastle to Mackay takes 00m, covering 2,121 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Mackay flight?
Return flights from Newcastle to Mackay range from $418 to $597, with an average of $494 over the past 12 months. Anything below $418 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Newcastle 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 $402 to $1,506. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Mackay Airport (MKY)?
Mackay Airport (MKY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $110 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Newcastle to Mackay?
Flights from Newcastle to Mackay usually depart from Newcastle Williamtown (NTL) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Newcastle to Mackay pass through?
Most connecting flights from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Mackay?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Newcastle to Mackay. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $452 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $564, a difference of $112.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Newcastle and Mackay?
Mackay is 1 hour behind Newcastle (Eastern 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 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $452, about $112 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newcastle to Mackay trip for January. Fares historically average $418 return in that month – typically $192 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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