Traveling from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Your GLT to MKY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport. Many passengers pass through Brisbane Airport when flying between GLT and MKY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
AED 1,254 is currently the best price for a one-way Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 2,222. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GLT to MKY if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GLT to MKY.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gladstone Airport (GLT)
73.4% of flights leaving from Gladstone Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Gladstone Airport is around 6 kilometers from central Gladstone. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to GLT:
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MKY if you have a late Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Mackay Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Budget and experience more of Mackay and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mackay Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
From Mackay Airport, Mackay is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Mackay. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Gladstone Airport to Mackay Airport for January if you want to visit Mackay during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GLT to MKY in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mackay. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 290 kilometers south-east of Mackay, Rockhampton is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park.
