£127 Cheap Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Sydney (SYD)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £127 for one-way flights and £289 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£289 Return, found 6 days ago
£289
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 6 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at £289 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£292 Return, found 6 days ago
£292
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 6 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at £292 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£306 Return, found 3 days ago
£306
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £306 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£308 Return, found 3 days ago
£308
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £308 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 15 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£313 Return, found 5 hours ago
£313
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at £313 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£317 Return, found 3 days ago
£317
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £317 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£319 Return, found 3 days ago
£319
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £319 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 15 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£320 Return, found 5 hours ago
£320
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at £320 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 15 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£324 Return, found 5 hours ago
£324
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at £324 found 5 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
£324 Return, found 3 days ago
£324
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £324 found 3 days ago
Flight from Mackay to Sydney route information
Origin airport
Mackay
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
£289
Distance
1423 km

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For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Mackay to Sydney. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Kingsford Smith Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Mackay to Kingsford Smith Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Mackay (MKY) to Kingsford Smith Intl. (SYD)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Mackay to Sydney today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Mackay to Kingsford Smith Intl. start at just £289 and range up to £324.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Mackay and Sydney
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Mackay to Sydney flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Mackay to Kingsford Smith Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Mackay Airport to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from Mackay Airport to SYD is £289. But you better get moving. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Mackay Airport (MKY) to SYD?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Sydney Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Mackay Airport (MKY) to Sydney Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Mascot Airport?
It takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes to fly from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) (SYD). But with some TV shows and an interesting book, the time will pass by quicker.
How far is the flight from MKY to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
A flight distance of just 1,450 kilometres separates Mackay and Sydney. Once you're up in the skies, you won't have time to do much more than flip through the pages of the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from Mackay Airport to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
At the moment, no airlines offer flights directly from Mackay Airport to SYD. You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best price and connections, lock in your airfare well ahead of time.
Are Mackay Airport (MKY) to Mascot Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Mackay Airport to Mascot Airport last minute could be your ticket to a great deal. However, it could end up costing a great deal more! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back often as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

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