Which airlines are available on the route from Townsville to Mackay?

Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Townsville and Mackay.

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

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

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Townsville to Mackay 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 Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Townsville to Mackay?

The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 72% on the Townsville to Mackay route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $385 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,368, a difference of $983. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

What popular places can I visit in Mackay?

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Mackay on KAYAK.

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

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Townsville to Mackay: • Earliest: departs at 08:00 and lands at 08:58 • Latest: departs at 16:25 and lands at 17:23. The flight takes about 0h 58m.

How long is a flight from Townsville to Mackay?

A direct flight from Townsville to Mackay takes 0h 58m, covering 531 km.

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

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 Townsville 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 $435 to $1,106. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $25 for economy cars. Top options include: · Budget · Thrifty · Avis · Europcar · Hertz

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

Return flights from Townsville to Mackay range from $436 to $686, with an average of $497 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

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

Qantas Airways ($443) and Jetstar ($464) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Townsville to Mackay according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Qantas Airways has the most frequent direct flights from Townsville to Mackay with 13 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Townsville and Mackay?

There are 1 to 3 flights per day from Townsville to Mackay, about 13 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures, with 23% of weekly flights.

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

Most direct flights from Townsville to Mackay 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, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

21:10 - 19:40TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

22h 30m1 stop Brisbane

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

14h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$435Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

08:05 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

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

1h 00mdirect

$443Qantas Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

08:05 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

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

1h 00mdirect

$450Qantas Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

21:00 - 19:40TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

22h 40m1 stop Brisbane

20:25 - 08:15MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

11h 50m1 stop Brisbane

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Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

14:25 - 15:20TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

17:10 - 18:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

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16:15 - 17:10TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

17:10 - 18:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

1h 00mdirect

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Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

08:05 - 09:00TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

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

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16:15 - 17:10TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

17:10 - 18:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

1h 00mdirect

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16:15 - 17:10TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

0h 55mdirect

17:10 - 18:10MKY Mackay-TSV Townsville

1h 00mdirect

$473Qantas Airways

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

21:10 - 19:40TSV Townsville-MKY Mackay

22h 30m1 stop Brisbane

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

1h 00mdirect

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Townsville to Mackay and is 23% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 175% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airlines are available on the route from Townsville to Mackay?
Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Townsville and Mackay.
Which airports can I use when flying from Townsville to Mackay?
Flights from Townsville to Mackay usually depart from Townsville (TSV) and arrive at Mackay (MKY).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Townsville to Mackay 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

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Townsville to Mackay?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Townsville to Mackay.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Townsville to Mackay?
The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Townsville to Mackay?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 72% on the Townsville to Mackay route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $385 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,368, a difference of $983. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How are flight departures from Townsville to Mackay spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on Townsville to Mackay flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.
What popular places can I visit in Mackay?
Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Mackay on KAYAK.
What are the earliest and latest flights from Townsville to Mackay?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Townsville to Mackay:

• Earliest: departs at 08:00 and lands at 08:58
• Latest: departs at 16:25 and lands at 17:23.

The flight takes about 0h 58m.
How long is a flight from Townsville to Mackay?
A direct flight from Townsville to Mackay takes 0h 58m, covering 531 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Townsville to Mackay?
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 Townsville 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 $435 to $1,106. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Budget
· Thrifty
· Avis
· Europcar
· Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Townsville to Mackay flight?
Return flights from Townsville to Mackay range from $436 to $686, with an average of $497 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $385 – about $983 less than Sunday (72% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Townsville to Mackay trip for December. Fares historically average $388 return in that month – typically $980 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 Mackay Airport.
- Ibis Mackay
- Mackay Rose Motel
- Miners Lodge Motor Inn

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