Travelling from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Your PPP to MKY flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport. Brisbane Airport is a top stopover on the PPP to MKY route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
$193 is currently the best price for a one-way Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Return flights start at $493. These fares can change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PPP to MKY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from PPP to MKY is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport.
Handy information about Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Whitsunday Coast Airport, data shows 61.81% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Whitsunday Coast Airport from central Proserpine, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
Book a hotel close to MKY if you're on a late Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Mackay Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget to explore Mackay and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Mackay Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mackay. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
The quietest month for a flight from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mackay based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Mackay is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Mackay Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PPP to MKY in July. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mackay. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Australia, consider Rockhampton, about 290 kilometres south-east of Mackay. Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park are the start of reasons to visit.
