Flying from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MKY to PPP flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a popular stop between MKY and PPP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport flight is $203. A return plane ticket right now is $464. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MKY to PPP, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MKY to PPP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
71.86% of flights taking off from Mackay Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Mackay to Mackay Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MKY? If you're boarding an early flight from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
Pick up a Whitsunday Coast Airport rental car and explore Proserpine and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Whitsunday Coast Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to central Proserpine
Whitsunday Coast Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Proserpine. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
January is the most popular month for flights from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Proserpine in April.
Book your flight from Mackay Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport for February if you'd like to go to Proserpine during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MKY to PPP in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Proserpine, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey around 225 kilometres north-west to Townsville to check off its top attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Cairns, about 483 kilometres north-west of Proserpine. Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium are key reasons to visit.
