Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MKY to ISA flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport. Townsville Airport is a top stopover on the MKY to ISA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Currently, P22,497 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P44,994. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MKY to ISA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MKY to ISA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, 71.86% of flights complete their journey on time.
Mackay Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Mackay. 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.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MKY? If you're boarding an early flight from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Book a hotel close to ISA if you're taking a late Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Mount Isa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and discover more of Mount Isa and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Mount Isa Airport several weeks ahead to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to central Mount Isa
Mount Isa Airport to central Mount Isa has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Mount Isa. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. December is the warmest month in Mount Isa, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MKY to ISA in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Mount Isa is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 105 kilometres east of Mount Isa, a trip to Cloncurry will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like John Flynn Place Museum & Fred McKay Art Gallery, Cloncurry District Court and Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Australia, consider Normanton, roughly 386 kilometres north-east of Mount Isa. Krys the Crocodile, The Big Barra and Sweers Island are among its highlights.
