Private charter between Melbourne and Mackay starts at US$27,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Melbourne (MEL) to Mackay (MKY) and Mackay to Melbourne — timed and priced alike.
Melbourne and Mackay lie approximately 1,882 km apart (1,169 mi / 1,016 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$41,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$27,000 – US$73,500 for a one-way charter between Melbourne and Mackay, 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. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 45m | 2h 29m – 3h 02m | A$59,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 34m | 2h 19m – 2h 49m | A$80,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 45m | A$59,000 – A$83,000 (~US$38,500 – US$54,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 43m | A$65,000 – A$91,000 (~US$42,500 – US$59,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 37m | A$70,000 – A$99,000 (~US$46,000 – US$65,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 34m | A$80,000 – A$110,000 (~US$52,500 – US$73,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 34m | A$89,000 – A$120,000 (~US$58,000 – US$81,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 37m | A$96,000 – A$130,000 (~US$63,000 – US$88,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
Mackay, Australia: Mackay Airport.
| Melbourne Airport | Mackay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YMML / MEL | YBMK / MKY |
| Longest hard runway | 11,998 ft | 6,499 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 434 ft | 19 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Melbourne to Mackay use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 173 km short after reserves on a 1,882 km leg — it would need a fuel 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.
Alternates within range: Melbourne Essendon Airport (6,302 ft, 9 km) · Melbourne Avalon International Airport (10,000 ft, 52 km) · RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base (4,508 ft, 30 km) · Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (4,380 ft, 41 km) · Brampton Island Airport
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Melbourne–Mackay when the time is right.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 1,882 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
We publish the price band (US$27,000 – US$73,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Melbourne–Mackay is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$27,000 – US$73,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 45m gate to gate over 1,882 km (1,169 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Melbourne–Mackay charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Melbourne–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.
