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£492+ Cheap flights to Mackay

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MKY
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Mackay in 2025

Find the latest flights to Mackay in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Return from

£1,320

One-way from

£492

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/11-20/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • London to Mackay
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20/10
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • London to Mackay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£158 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Mackay
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Mackay. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Thu 6/1108:25LHR - MKY
2 stops27h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 20/1108:20MKY - LHR
2 stops32h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/9£1,320
Thu 6/1120:10LHR - MKY
3 stops30h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 20/1106:00MKY - LHR
2 stops34h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/9£1,500
Wed 15/1009:25LHR - MKY
2 stops27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Thu 23/1011:25MKY - LHR
2 stops27h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,687
Wed 15/1020:50LHR - MKY
2 stops30h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 23/1008:20MKY - LHR
3 stops31h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/9£1,821
Fri 26/914:25LHR - MKY
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Mon 29/908:20MKY - LHR
2 stops44h 55mEmirates
Deal found 12/9£1,843
Sat 25/1022:15LHR - MKY
2 stops48h 45mEmirates
Sat 1/1108:45MKY - LHR
2 stops60h 55mEmirates
Deal found 10/9£1,903
Fri 12/1219:00LHR - MKY
2 stops40h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 9/121:15MKY - LHR
2 stops50h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/9£2,526

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Return

Price

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

08:05-21:35

2 stops27h 30m

Mackay

Thu 20/11

13:55-06:25

2 stops50h 30m

£1,350

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

20:10-12:35

3 stops30h 25m

Mackay

Thu 20/11

06:00-06:15

2 stops34h 15m

£1,500

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

09:25-21:30

2 stops27h 05m

Mackay

Thu 23/10

11:25-05:55

2 stops27h 30m

£1,687

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

13:40-08:00

2 stops32h 20m

Mackay

Tue 24/2

08:45-20:00

2 stops45h 15m

£1,787

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

20:50-12:05

2 stops30h 15m

Mackay

Thu 23/10

08:20-06:35

3 stops31h 15m

£1,821

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Fri 26/9

14:25-16:40

2 stops41h 15m

Mackay

Mon 29/9

08:20-20:15

2 stops44h 55m

£1,843

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Sat 25/10

22:15-08:00

2 stops48h 45m

Mackay

Sat 1/11

08:45-11:40

2 stops60h 55m

£1,903

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Fri 12/12

19:00-21:45

2 stops40h 45m

Mackay

Fri 9/1

21:15-13:50

2 stops50h 35m

£2,526

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Mon 20/10

21:20-20:35

2 stops38h 15m

£492

LondonMackay

LHR - MKY

LHRMKY

London Heathrow

Sat 25/10

22:40-09:55

3 stops50h 15m

£638

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Mackay

How long is the flight to Mackay?

On average, a flight from London to Mackay takes 27 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Mackay from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Mackay?

The most popular airline flying from London to Mackay is Singapore Airlines.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From £1,495
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From £1,749
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From £1,806
Emirates
Emirates
From £1,721

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Mackay?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Mackay is Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Mackay by month

Plan your trip to Mackay by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mackay ranges from 10.0 - 310.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 310.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Mackay when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Mackay by month

Plan your trip to Mackay by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mackay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mackay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mackay. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Mackay. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

FAQs about flying to Mackay

Mackay climate

Mackay has a tropical climate. The summers (December to February) are hot and wet with temperatures reaching 30 C (86 F). The breeze blowing in from the sea keeps the summer months comfortable. The winters (June to August) are warm and sunny, and temperatures hover between 21 and 25 C (70 and 80 F). Most of the rain falls between December and March while August and September are the driest months. The cyclone season runs from December to April and thunderstorms are a possibility between late spring (November) and early autumn (March).

Getting around Mackay

There are several car-rental companies at the airport along with taxis and shuttles services.

Renting a car is a must if you’re hoping to explore the Mackay region. There are some bus services, operated by Mackay Transit. The CBD is the best-covered area. Buses run from north to south Mackay and east to Mirani. Taxis are available.

What is good to know if travelling to Mackay?

  • There are landmark fishing spots around Mackay and charter and reef fishing expeditions available.
  • Farleigh Sugar Mill is a working mill just 10 minutes north of Mackay. The mill offers tours to show visitors how they turn cane into sugar and molasses.

  • When is the best time to fly to Mackay?

    Peak Season:  December to the end of January and the Easter school holidays are high season times in Mackay. Another peak time is in June for the River Sessions Festival and July for the Mackay Region Festival of Arts. The whale-watching season runs from July to September and crushing season is also around the same time (July to November).  Off Season:  The low season in Mackay follows Easter (March or April) and runs until mid-September.  Shoulder Season:  Mid-January to Easter is shoulder season in Mackay.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mackay?

    Mackay (MKY), located 2.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Mackay.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Mackay if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Mackay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Mackay?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Mackay.

  • Does Mackay have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Mackay can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Mackay?

    Yes. Mackay has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ibis Mackay is the closest property to Mackay (0.0 mi away from Mackay).

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