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From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
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Air distance is about 1,434 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
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| Fastest flight duration | 3h 40m · Virgin Australia |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:00 · Virgin Australia |
| Last departure of the day | 21:50 · Qantas Airways |
| Flight options found | 124 |
| Airport codes | Sydney–SYD, Mackay–MKY |
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The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 124 flight options. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:50. The fastest flight takes about 3h 40m.
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$340, Afternoon from A$340, Evening from A$389. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Sydney is best understood from both the harbour and the coast. Circular Quay places the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and ferries in one compact area, while Bondi needs a separate beach outing. The Royal Botanic Garden gives a quieter walk near the waterfront. Travellers from India can reach central stations quickly from the airport by train. Check the arrival terminal and hotel station before buying a ticket, and leave room for weather changes on any coastal walk.
Circular Quay is a convenient base when harbour ferries, the Opera House and The Rocks are the main priorities. Accommodation near Central Station suits an itinerary involving rail connections and a wider spread of neighbourhoods. Bondi is a different choice, placing the beach first and requiring an additional trip for the harbour sights.
The new Sydney Fish Market opened at Blackwattle Bay in January 2026, adding a purpose-built waterfront destination for seafood shopping and dining. Treat it as a distinct outing from Circular Quay rather than assuming the two waterfront locations sit beside one another. A harbour day can instead connect The Rocks, the Opera House forecourt and the Royal Botanic Garden on foot.
Sydney Airport has separate international and domestic railway stations. Match the station to the terminal when returning for a flight, especially after a domestic connection. A group comparing a train with a taxi should account for the airport station access charge in the rail total.
Bondi's coast deserves its own stretch of the itinerary. Combining the beach, Fish Market and a ferry ride in one afternoon creates three separate transport legs. For two nights, choosing a harbour day and one coastal or market outing leaves more time at each waterfront destination.
September to November or March to May, roughly 15–25°C, for harbour and coastal walks.
By Air: Sydney Airport (SYD) is about 8 km from the central business district; Airport Link trains reach central stations in about 13 minutes. Buses, taxis and booked cars also operate.
By Rail: Airport trains connect to Sydney’s suburban network and Central Station for longer routes.
By Road: Airport buses, taxis and booked cars serve the city; intercity coaches use central terminals.
Walk around the Sydney Opera House.
Take a ferry from Circular Quay.
Explore The Rocks and Harbour Bridge approaches.
Visit a patrolled beach at Bondi.
Sydney Airport (SYD). Terminal 1 handles international flights, including services to and from India; Terminal 2 is a domestic terminal and Terminal 3 serves Qantas domestic flights. Terminal 1 is separate from the domestic complex, with road and rail transfer options between them.
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There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Sydney to Mackay dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at A$340. This can change from week to week.
The direct air distance between Sydney (SYD) and Mackay (MKY) is about 1,434 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Not on the dates shown here. Every Sydney to Mackay option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 3h 40m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
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The lowest Sydney to Mackay fare on this page is A$340. Fares on the same dates run up to A$1,293, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 21:50, local time at Sydney. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,433.92 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | A$340 | 26/10/2026 | Qantas Airways | 06:55 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | A$333 | 07/11/2026 | Qantas Airways | 06:55 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | A$323 | 06/01/2027 | Qantas Airways | 06:55 |
FlyX lists each Sydney to Mackay flight in these results with its fare, departure time, stops, layover airport and baggage, so you can compare air tickets side by side. To find a cheap ticket, sort by price and check what baggage the fare includes. The fare is checked with the airline again before you pay.
The aerial distance between Sydney and Mackay is about 1,434 KM. In these results, journey times range from 3h 40m to 23h 50m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
The search for these dates returned 124 flight options. The first departure from Sydney is at 06:00 and the last is at 21:50. Flights leave from Kingsford Smith and land at Mackay.
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Sydney to Mackay |
| Aerial Distance | 1,434 KM |
| Flight Duration | 3h 40m - 23h 50m |
| Airport Codes | Sydney - SYD, Mackay - MKY |
| Total Flights Available | 124 flights0 direct124 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 21:50 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 34 flights0 direct34 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 49 flights0 direct49 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 22 flights0 direct22 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 15 flights0 direct15 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 4 flights0 direct4 with layovers |
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