Private charter between Mackay and Sydney starts at US$22,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Mackay (MKY) to Sydney (SYD), and from Sydney (SYD) back to Mackay (MKY).
Mackay and Sydney lie approximately 1,434 km apart (891 mi / 774 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$34,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$22,000 – US$60,000 for a one-way charter between Mackay and Sydney, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 12m | 1h 59m – 2h 25m | A$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 03m | 1h 51m – 2h 15m | A$66,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 12m | A$47,000 – A$67,000 (~US$31,000 – US$43,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 10m | A$52,000 – A$73,000 (~US$34,000 – US$48,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 05m | A$57,000 – A$80,000 (~US$37,000 – US$52,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 03m | A$66,000 – A$92,000 (~US$43,000 – US$60,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 03m | A$73,000 – A$100,000 (~US$47,500 – US$66,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 05m | A$79,000 – A$110,000 (~US$51,500 – US$72,000) | 9-12 |
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 Mackay and Sydney? 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Mackay, Australia: Mackay Airport.
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and RAAF Base Richmond.
| Mackay Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBMK / MKY | YSSY / SYD |
| Longest hard runway | 6,499 ft | 12,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 19 ft | 21 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Mackay to Sydney 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. At 1,434 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Brampton Island Airport · Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (12,139 ft, 43 km) · RAAF Base Richmond (7,001 ft, 53 km) · Sydney Bankstown Airport (4,644 ft, 17 km) · Camden Airport (4,804 ft, 46 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Mackay and Sydney.
See the guide range — US$22,000 – US$60,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Mackay–Sydney is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$22,000 – US$60,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 12m gate to gate over 1,434 km (891 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mackay–Sydney charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Mackay–Sydney 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.
