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

The cheapest way to get from Weipa to Mackay is to drive which costs $280 - $420 and takes 22h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weipa to Mackay is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $420 - $1,100.

How far is it from Weipa to Mackay?

The distance between Weipa and Mackay is 1231 km. The road distance is 1520.8 km.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Weipa to Mackay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Weipa to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Weipa to Mackay is 1521 km. It takes approximately 22h 29m to drive from Weipa to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Weipa to Mackay - 3 ways to travel via plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Weipa to Mackay by plane or car

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 Weipa Airport (WEI) to Mackay (MKY)plane WEI - MKY
7h 31m
$420–1,059
Drive 1,520.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Weipa to Mackaycar 1,520.8 km
22h 29m
$288–416
Fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane WEI - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Mackaycar
10h 54m
$580–1,019

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Mackay (MKY) flights

11Weekly Planes

7h 56mAverage Duration

$370Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,231.3 km
Duration: 7h 31m

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

Alliance Airlines, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Mackay (MKY) twice daily.

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