Flying from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your ISA to MKY flight.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport. Many travellers pass through Brisbane Airport when flying between ISA and MKY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
$640 is the lowest price for a one-way Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,771. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ISA to MKY, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ISA to MKY.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Of all flights departing from Mount Isa Airport, 68.01% land on schedule at their destination.
Mount Isa Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Mount Isa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ISA:
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MKY instead:
Follow your own route with a Mackay Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Mackay and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mackay Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
From Mackay Airport, Mackay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Mackay. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Mount Isa Airport to Mackay Airport for January if you'd like to go to Mackay during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ISA to MKY in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Mackay has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Mackay, a visit to Townsville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Mackay, Rockhampton is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park.
