Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between £116 and £201 in March. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £124 on Virgin Australia (12 Mar–15 Mar).

Question 1

How often are flights from Brisbane to Mackay delayed?

Accepted Answer

About 15% of weekly flights between Brisbane and Mackay have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

Question 2

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Brisbane to Mackay flights?

Accepted Answer

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

Question 4

How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between £116 and £201 in March.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £124 on Virgin Australia (12 Mar–15 Mar).

Question 5

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Brisbane to Mackay flights?

Accepted Answer

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Question 6

How popular is this Brisbane to Mackay flight route?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Brisbane to Mackay have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

Question 7

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways fly from Brisbane to Mackay in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 20m. The distance from Brisbane to Mackay is about 496 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 8

How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

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The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Mackay may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay (average of £114). Flying from Brisbane to Mackay in October is currently the most expensive (average of £181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay

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The most flights from BNE to MKY are scheduled on a Wednesday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 13

What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Mackay?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Brisbane to Mackay on time: Cathay Pacific (100%), China Eastern (95%), Emirates (92%).

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNE to MKY?

Accepted Answer

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Mackay in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Question 15

Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Mackay that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Mackay flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay.

Question 17

Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane to Mackay by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 18

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Brisbane to Mackay?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Mackay from Brisbane today with Cheapflights!

Question 19

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Brisbane to Mackay?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Mackay from Brisbane by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 20

Can Cheapflights find flights from Brisbane to Mackay with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Brisbane to Mackay with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 21

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Brisbane to Mackay become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for Brisbane to Mackay flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

Round-trip from	£124
One-way from	£92
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	February
Average price	£162

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Mackay may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNE to MKY?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Mackay in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Brisbane to Mackay?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between £116 and £201 in March.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £124 on Virgin Australia (12 Mar–15 Mar).

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Mackay

The most flights from BNE to MKY are scheduled on a Wednesday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from Brisbane to Mackay delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Brisbane and Mackay have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Brisbane to Mackay flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Brisbane to Mackay flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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Brisbane to Mackay flights typically cost between £116 and £201 in March.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £124 on Virgin Australia (12 Mar–15 Mar).