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Fri, 19 Dec - Thu, 25 Dec
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
DRW - MKY
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
MKY - DRW
1055$
1035$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 2 Feb
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
DRW - MKY
305$
278$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 16 Jan
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
DRW - MKY
315$
288$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 25 Feb
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
DRW - MKY
368$
362$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 28 Dec
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
DRW - MKY
708$
691$
Prime price per passenger
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
0%A train in Mackay costs roughly the same as in Darwin.
Darwin$3.50
Mackay$3.50
MealMid-priced restaurant
20%A meal in Mackay is 20% cheaper than a meal in Darwin.
Darwin$30.00
Mackay$25.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
50%Taxis are 50% more expensive in Mackay than in Darwin.
Darwin$5.40
Mackay$8.30
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
10%Coffee is 10% more expensive in Mackay than in Darwin.
Darwin$5.40
Mackay$6.10
Distance: 2176 kms
Darwin airports
Darwin International Airport - RAAF Darwin (DRW)How far from city centre: 2 kms
Mackay airports
Mackay Airport (MKY)How far from city centre: 3 kms

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When do you want to depart from Darwin? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Mackay. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Darwin to Mackay

How can I find cheap flights from Darwin to Mackay at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Darwin to Mackay is $278. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Mackay expensive to visit compared to Darwin?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Mackay costs an average of 8.30 AUD, 54% more expensive than Darwin, with a fare of 5.40 AUD,
while train tickets are cheaper, but cost the same in both Mackay and Darwin: 3.50 AUD.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 25.00 AUD in Mackay, 17% less than the 30.00 AUD in Darwin.
The price of the coffee is around 13% more expensive in Mackay, with an average of 6.10 AUD , while in Darwin the coffee costs 5.40 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Darwin to Mackay?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Darwin. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Mackay compared to Darwin?
While in Darwin the temperatures can reach an average of 35.4 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Mackay's temperatures can go up to 31.77 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 9.43 ºC in Mackay, compared to the 14.54 ºC average degrees reported in Darwin. During the winter period, Darwin can register 4.6 mm precipitation, while Mackay have an average of 3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Darwin and Mackay?
The main airport route flying between Darwin and Mackay is: Darwin International Airport - RAAF Darwin (DRW) to Mackay Airport (MKY). This route is covered by the following airline(s):
Virgin Australia.

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