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What to know about flights from Mackay to Townsville?

The approximate distance between Mackay and Townsville is 330.16km. Average flight time from Mackay to Townsville is around 1 hour. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in July.

Cheapest one-way
AU$ 208
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways MKY-TSV 12h · 1 stop Tue, Sep 15
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Cheapest return
AU$ 470
Qantas Airways Qantas Airways MKY-TSV 1h · Direct Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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Best time to book
November
Cheapest
July
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Route details
330.16km
Flight distance
1h
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Mackay to Townsville over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from AU$ 208 and round-trip from AU$ 470. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Oct 13 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 16:15
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 17:10
        Townsville - Mackay | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 470 AU$ 593
        21% off
        21% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 470
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Mon, Sep 14 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 16:15
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 17:10
        Townsville - Mackay | Tue, Sep 15 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 474 AU$ 593
        20% off
        20% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 474
      • MKY 11:35
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 12:35
        Mackay - Townsville | Sun, Sep 13 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 08:05
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 09:00
        Townsville - Mackay | Sun, Sep 20 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 475 AU$ 593
        20% off
        20% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 475
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 15 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 14:25
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 15:20
        Townsville - Mackay | Mon, Sep 21 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 476
        20% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 476
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Thu, Sep 17 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 16:15
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 17:10
        Townsville - Mackay | Wed, Sep 23 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 476
        20% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 476
      • MKY 11:35
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 12:35
        Mackay - Townsville | Sun, Sep 27 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 14:25
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 15:20
        Townsville - Mackay | Mon, Sep 28 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 478
        19% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 478
      • MKY 11:55
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 12:55
        Mackay - Townsville | Fri, Sep 25 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 08:05
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 09:00
        Townsville - Mackay | Thu, Oct 1 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 479
        19% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 479
      • MKY 11:35
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 12:35
        Mackay - Townsville | Fri, Sep 11 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 16:15
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 17:10
        Townsville - Mackay | Thu, Sep 17 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 480
        19% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 480
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Mon, Sep 7 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 16:15
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 17:10
        Townsville - Mackay | Wed, Sep 9 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 480
        19% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 480
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 8 | Qantas Airways
        TSV 08:05
        55m
        Direct
        MKY 09:00
        Townsville - Mackay | Sat, Sep 12 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 480
        19% off
        AU$ 593 AU$ 480
      • MKY 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Mackay - Townsville | Mon, Sep 7 | Normal Airline
        TSV 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MKY 16:00
        Townsville - Mackay | Wed, Sep 9 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MKY 11:55
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 12:55
        Mackay - Townsville | Sun, Sep 6 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 234 AU$ 472
        50% off
        50% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 234
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 22 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 235 AU$ 472
        50% off
        50% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 235
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Fri, Sep 11 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 236 AU$ 472
        50% off
        50% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 236
      • MKY 17:10
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 18:10
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 29 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 237
        50% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 237
      • MKY 15:45
        1h
        Direct
        TSV 16:45
        Mackay - Townsville | Mon, Sep 7 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 237
        50% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 237
      • MKY 20:15
        12h
        1 stop
        TSV 08:15
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 15 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 208
        56% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 208
      • MKY 13:45
        6h 30m
        1 stop
        TSV 20:15
        Mackay - Townsville | Sat, Oct 17 | Virgin Australia
        AU$ 219
        54% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 219
      • MKY 20:15
        24h
        1 stop
        TSV 20:15
        Mackay - Townsville | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 224
        53% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 224
      • MKY 20:15
        12h
        1 stop
        TSV 08:15
        Mackay - Townsville | Tue, Sep 8 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 320
        32% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 320
      • MKY 20:15
        12h
        1 stop
        TSV 08:15
        Mackay - Townsville | Thu, Sep 17 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 382
        19% off
        AU$ 472 AU$ 382
      • MKY 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        TSV 14:00
        Mackay - Townsville | Mon, Sep 7 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Mackay to Townsville operate an average of 2 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 84.6% on-time departure rate and a 92.3% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Mackay to Townsville flights?

Choose from 1 carriers that fly from Mackay to Townsville, including Qantas Airways, Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Jetstar Airways.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Mackay to Townsville according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Mackay to Townsville?

    Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from AU$ 208 (for example, MKY–TSV on Tue, Sep 15). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Qantas Airways offers fares from AU$ 470, departing on Tue, Oct 13 and returning on Tue, Oct 20.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Mackay to Townsville with the following airlines, including: Qantas Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour to fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville (TSV).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Mackay to Townsville is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 13 direct flights operate each week between Mackay and Townsville. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/-/S – QF2358 (departure at 17:11) Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/- – QF2354 (departure at 11:35) Qantas Airways: -/-/-/-/-/-/S – QF2356 (departure at 15:53)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Mackay to Townsville on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Tue, Sep 15, with one-way fares from just AU$ 208.
    · Compare airlines. Qantas Airways currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Townsville.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Mackay to Townsville is usually November, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Mackay to Townsville on September 10, 2026 with Qantas Airways, with prices starting at AU$ 335.
  • Flights to Townsville can arrive at: Townsville Airport (TSV). The most common route connects Mackay Airport and Townsville Airport (MKY–TSV).
  • The time difference between Townsville and Mackay is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Mackay to Townsville is AU$ 310. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Mackay to Townsville is AU$ 572. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Mackay and Townsville, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

Mackay to Townsville by air

Whether you're planning a trip from Mackay to Townsville or in search of Mackay to Townsville flights, you've landed at the perfect place. Kickstart your search for the best airfares by selecting your preferred travel date above. If you're eager to get insight into your journey, airlines, flight times, schedules, money-saving ticket strategies, and a wealth of other valuable information await you below. Keep reading to uncover all the essential details.

Mackay to Townsville airfares

The airfares for Mackay and Townsville can vary significantly. The price of an air ticket is influenced by various factors, including demand levels, selected travel dates and times, seat availability, and pricing strategies implemented by different airlines. Additionally, the fares may also be adjusted based on the travel class you choose, whether it's first class, business class, or economy class.

How to find cheap flights from Mackay to Townsville

Securing the most affordable deals on flights from Mackay to Townsville requires a combination of flexibility, persistence, and a sprinkle of luck. To assist you in obtaining the best prices, here are some helpful tips:

  • 1. Embrace flexibility with your travel dates and times: Airfares tend to be more budget-friendly during early mornings, late evenings, and weekdays.
  • 2. Remain open to alternative airports: Exploring nearby airports can often lead to surprisingly lower fares.
  • 3. Consider booking separate airlines for outbound and inbound flights: Opting for two one-way tickets instead of a round-trip ticket may potentially offer cost savings.
  • 4. Explore the option of booking a connection flight from Mackay to Townsville: Connecting flights can sometimes be more economical than direct ones.
  • 5. Keep an eye out for last-minute flight deals: Sometimes, spontaneous travel plans can lead to fantastic bargains.

Airlines from Mackay to Townsville

Qantas Airways runs full-service flights from Mackay to Townsville. Passengers can enjoy a wide range of services and amenities onboard, ensuring a pleasant journey. For those seeking alternative options, several low-cost airlines offer connecting flights for travelers. This provides flexibility and choice in selecting the most suitable flight option for your travel needs.

Mackay to Townsville flight time

On average, the flight duration from Mackay to Townsville is approximately 1 hour 5 mins, with the fastest flight completing the journey in just 55 mins from Mackay airport to Townsville airport.

Everything you need to know about Mackay airport

Located in South Mackay, Queensland, Mackay Airport (MKY) serves as the primary air hub for the vibrant city of Mackay. The airport features a modern terminal that handles both domestic and international flights, providing a seamless travel experience. Airlines such as QantasLink, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar operate from MKY, offering excellent connectivity. The airport is conveniently situated approximately 6 kilometers from the city center, and travelers can easily reach their destinations through options including airport shuttles, taxis, or rental cars, with an average travel time of 10-15 minutes.

Arriving at Townsville airport

Townsville Airport (TSV) is nestled in the vibrant Garbutt, Queensland. This modern airport features a terminal handling both domestic and international flights, providing a convenient gateway to the city of Townsville. Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar are some of the reputable airlines operating from TSV, offering a wide array of flight choices. Situated around 7 kilometers away from the city center, travelers can easily access the airport through various transportation options, including airport shuttles, taxis, or rental cars, with an average travel time of 15-20 minutes.

Book Mackay to Townsville flights on Trip.com to unlock extra benefits

Finding cheap airfares from Mackay to Townsville is just the beginning with Trip.com. In addition to finding great flight deals, we also offer a range of extra perks and benefits. By making your flight reservation with us, you gain access to exclusive discounts on hotels, car rentals, and airport transfers, allowing you to maximize savings on your journey. As a token of our gratitude, Trip.com rewards you with Tripcoins, our exclusive loyalty program currency, which can be redeemed for your future travels.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Mackay toTownsville

How many flights are there each day from Mackay to Townsville?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Mackay to Townsville within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Mackay to Townsville depart on Friday, and the fewest flights depart on Saturday.

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