Flying from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ASP to MKY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport. Many travellers pass through Brisbane Airport when flying between ASP and MKY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
Right now, P23,509 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P46,689. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ASP to MKY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ASP to MKY.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Of the flights that depart from Alice Springs Airport, 72.7% land on schedule at their destination.
Alice Springs Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Alice Springs. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from ASP, spend the night in Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MKY instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Mackay Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Mackay's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mackay Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Mackay. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
April is the busiest month for flights from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Mackay in February.
Before locking in your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Mackay, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ASP to MKY in July. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Mackay. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Australia, consider Rockhampton, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Mackay. Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park are key highlights.
