Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Armidale Airport (ARM): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your MKY to ARM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Armidale Airport (ARM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport flight is $426. A return fare is currently $734. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from MKY to ARM, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MKY to ARM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to Mackay Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.86% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Mackay to Mackay Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MKY:
Arriving at Armidale Airport (ARM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ARM instead:
Pick up an Armidale Airport rental car and explore Armidale and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Armidale Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Armidale Airport (ARM) to central Armidale
From Armidale Airport, Armidale is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Armidale Airport (ARM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Armidale. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Mackay Airport to Armidale Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Armidale, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MKY to ARM sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Armidale, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 370 kilometres south to Sydney to tick off its popular sights. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another side of Australia, consider Brisbane, about 370 kilometres north of Armidale. South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge are key reasons to visit.
