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 for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Sun, 16 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$372 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$372
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 16 Nov from Mackay to Sydney, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$372 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 16 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$410 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$410
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 16 Nov from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 27 Nov, priced at AU$410 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$411 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$411
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Mackay to Sydney, returning Thu, 29 Jan, priced at AU$411 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$418 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$418
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 29 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Tue, 4 Nov, priced at AU$418 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$421 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$421
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from Mackay to Sydney, returning Wed, 21 Jan, priced at AU$421 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 28 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$426 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$426
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 28 Jan from Mackay to Sydney, returning Tue, 3 Feb, priced at AU$426 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$429 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$429
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 19 Nov from Mackay to Sydney, returning Wed, 26 Nov, priced at AU$429 found 3 hours ago
Jetstar
Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$432 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$432
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 29 Oct from Mackay to Sydney, returning Tue, 4 Nov, priced at AU$432 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$438 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$438
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Mackay to Sydney, returning Tue, 18 Nov, priced at AU$438 found 1 hour ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov
MKY
Mackay
SYD
Sydney
AU$644 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$644
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 15 Nov from Mackay to Sydney, returning Mon, 24 Nov, priced at AU$644 found 3 days ago

Alternative airports near Sydney

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. SYD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 16 minutes. Flights from AU$456
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from AU$456

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 AU$372. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Mackay
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$372
Distance
1423 km

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