Travelling from Melbourne to Mackay Airport (MKY): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Mackay Airport (MKY) jetting off from either of these bases.
Mackay is one hour behind Melbourne. Mackay Airport is located in Mackay, which follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to MKY.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Mackay Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to MKY flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving as expected.
About Mackay Airport (MKY)
Reserve a hotel near MKY if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Mackay Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Mackay Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Mackay's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Mackay Airport flight.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Mackay. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Mackay Airport (MKY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Mackay Airport is RM511. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,082. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to MKY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Melbourne to Mackay Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Mackay Airport (MKY)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Mackay Airport (MKY), while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mackay based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mackay is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Melbourne to MKY plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Mackay Airport in July when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Mackay
Start your Mackay trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Mackay Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Harbour Beach, Far Beach and Lamberts Lookout are highlights which should be on every Mackay itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Rockhampton is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mackay. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Mount Archer National Park and Rockhampton Heritage Trail.
Around 290 kilometres south of Mackay, Emerald is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Blackwood National Park, Botanic Gardens and Emerald Railway Bridge.