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

The cheapest way to get from Launceston to Mackay is to fly which costs $310 - $850 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Launceston to Mackay is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $310 - $850.

How far is it from Launceston to Mackay?

The distance between Launceston and Mackay is 2286 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Launceston to Mackay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 87+ hotels available in Mackay.

Launceston to Mackay - 2 ways to travel via plane, car, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Launceston to Mackay by plane, car, or car ferry

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Launceston (LST) to Mackay (MKY)plane LST - MKY
6h 46m
$318–806
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Launceston to Spirit of Tasmania, Devonport Terminalcar
2. Take the car ferry from Spirit of Tasmania, Devonport Terminal to Spirit of Tasmania Quay, Geelongcarferry
3. Drive from Spirit of Tasmania Quay, Geelong to Mackaycar
37h 59m
$491–933

Launceston (LST) to Mackay (MKY) flights

40Weekly Planes

8h 47mAverage Duration

$278Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Launceston to Mackay.

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Distance: 2,286.4 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Launceston, TAS, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Launceston (LST) to Mackay (MKY) every 4 hours.

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