Charter Brisbane to Mackay privately from US$10,000, about 1h 30m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY), and from Mackay (MKY) back to Brisbane (BNE).
Brisbane and Mackay lie approximately 798 km apart (496 mi / 431 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$15,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$10,000 – US$28,500 for a one-way charter between Brisbane and Mackay, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 30m | 1h 21m – 1h 39m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 25m | 1h 17m – 1h 34m | A$22,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 30m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$10,000 – US$14,000) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 28m | A$17,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 26m | A$18,000 – A$26,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 25m | A$22,000 – A$31,000 (~US$14,500 – US$20,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 23m | A$24,000 – A$34,000 (~US$16,000 – US$22,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 20m | A$27,000 – A$37,000 (~US$17,500 – US$24,500) | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Brisbane and Mackay? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Brisbane, Australia: Brisbane International Airport and RAAF Base Amberley.
Mackay, Australia: Mackay Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Brisbane: Brisbane (BNE, YBAF); Mackay: Mackay (MKY).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 01:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Mon is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane → Mackay | 38 | 77 min | 68 min | Bombardier Challenger (15), Embraer Praetor 600 (10), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (6), Learjet 60 (3) |
| Mackay → Brisbane | 34 | 75 min | — | Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (12), Bombardier Challenger (11), Embraer Praetor 600 (8) |
72 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Brisbane International Airport | Mackay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBBN / BNE | YBMK / MKY |
| Longest hard runway | 11,680 ft | 6,499 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 19 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Brisbane to Mackay can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Mackay Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,499 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 499 ft to spare. The leg is 798 km.
Alternates within range: RAAF Base Amberley (9,997 ft, 49 km) · Brisbane Archerfield Airport (4,859 ft, 24 km) · Redcliffe Airport · Caboolture Airport · Brampton Island Airport
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Brisbane and Mackay is built around your itinerary.
Those 1h 30m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Brisbane–Mackay is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$28,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 30m gate to gate over 798 km (496 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Brisbane–Mackay charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Brisbane–Mackay charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
