Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mackay Airport (MKY): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LHR to MKY flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mackay Airport (MKY)
£546 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport flight. A return flight starts from £1,029. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to MKY if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 55 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Mackay Airport (MKY)
Reserve a hotel near MKY if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Mackay Airport rental car and discover Mackay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Avis and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Mackay Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Mackay Airport (MKY) to central Mackay
Mackay Airport to the centre of Mackay has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mackay Airport (MKY)
April is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Mackay in February.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mackay Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Mackay, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to MKY in July. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Mackay is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 200 miles north-west of Mackay, a trip to Townsville will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Rockhampton is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 180 miles south-east of Mackay. No journey is complete without visiting Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Rockhampton Zoo and Mount Archer National Park.
