Cheap Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Sydney (SYD)

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Sydney.£177 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £177, select.

Sydney.£183 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £183, select.

Sydney.£191 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Mackay on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £191, select.

Sydney.£208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Mackay on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Sydney.£208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Mackay on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Sydney.£208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Mackay on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Sydney.£208 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Mackay on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Sydney.£208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Mackay on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Mackay.Price includes taxes and charges.From £208, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mackay to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Mackay to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Mackay to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Mackay to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£177
Cheapest month to fly	January

Finding cheap flights from Mackay to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Mackay to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight from Mackay to Sydney is £177. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Mackay to Sydney?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Mackay to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from £177.

How many flights are there a week from Mackay to Sydney?

As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Mackay to Sydney.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mackay to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly from Mackay to Sydney is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Mackay Airport to Sydney Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mackay Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, 12 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Mackay Airport to Sydney Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mackay Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sydney?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Mackay Airport to Sydney with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney one hour ahead of Mackay.
Leave enough time to catch your MKY to SYD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MKY and SYD include:
- Brisbane Airport
- Cairns Airport
- Townsville Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is £78. A round-trip ticket right now is £177. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from MKY to SYD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from MKY to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, 71.86% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Mackay Airport is around 4 miles from central Mackay. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MKY? If you're catching an early flight from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

If you're arriving on a late Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SYD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 11 miles from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Mackay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MKY to SYD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Australia

Sydney is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 150 miles south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 75 miles north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are the start of reasons to visit.