What is the cheapest way to get from Aurukun to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Aurukun to Mackay is to drive which costs $300 - $440 and takes 22h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aurukun to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Aurukun to Mackay is to fly which takes 9h 37m and costs $130 - $750.

How far is it from Aurukun to Mackay?

The distance between Aurukun and Mackay is 1534 km. The road distance is 1533.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Aurukun to Mackay?

It takes approximately 22h 36m to drive 1533.6 km from Aurukun to Mackay.

Can I drive from Aurukun to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Aurukun to Mackay is 1534 km. It takes approximately 22h 36m to drive from Aurukun to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Aurukun to Mackay - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Aurukun to Mackay by car, plane, or train

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Drive 1,533.6 km
best
1. Drive from Aurukun to Mackay1,533.6 km
22h 36m
$302–437
Fly to Mackay
cheapest
1. Fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Mackay (MKY)AUU - MKY
9h 37m
$130–750
Fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)AUU - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackay
21h
$430–2,449

Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) flights

3Weekly Planes

19h 48mAverage Duration

$384Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,533.6 km
Duration: 22h 36m

What companies run services between Aurukun, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Skytrans, Virgin Australia, and three other airlines fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Mackay (MKY) 6 times a week.

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