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

The cheapest way to get from Uluru to Mackay is to drive which costs $500 - $750 and takes 28h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Uluru to Mackay is to fly which takes 9h 14m and costs $550 - $1,500.

How far is it from Uluru to Mackay?

The distance between Uluru and Mackay is 1938 km. The road distance is 2853 km.

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Uluru to Mackay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Uluru to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Uluru to Mackay is 2853 km. It takes approximately 28h 57m to drive from Uluru to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Mackay
best
1. Fly from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Mackay (MKY)plane AYQ - MKY
9h 14m
$562–1,474
Drive 2,853 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Uluru to Mackaycar 2,853 km
28h 57m
$508–734
Fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane AYQ - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
20h 49m
$603–1,584

Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Mackay (MKY) flights

10Weekly Planes

14hAverage Duration

$454Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,938.4 km
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Uluru, NT, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Mackay (MKY) once daily.

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