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| 🚘 | Number of car parks available | 3 |
| ✔️ | Best rated | Mackay Short Term Car Park- Uncovered |
| 💰 | Cheapest option | Mackay Long Term Car Park |
| 📏 | Closest to the airport | Mackay Short Term Car Park - Covered |
Mackay Airport parking costs vary depending on the duration of your stay, the distance between the car park and the terminals, as well as whether the car park is covered or uncovered. No need to stress, though! We have accumulated all prices for Mackay Airport parking, so all you need to do is glance over the table below and find the option that best suits your budget and needs.
$176.00 | Walk: 3 - 5 min |
$240.00 | Walk: 1 - 3 min |
$280.00 | Walk: 2 min walk |
Please note that these rates are subject to change without notice, but were verified in March 2024. Compare car parks in Mackay in the search bar above, or consult the official Mackay Airport website to see the most updated rates.
The options for car parking Mackay Airport are a bit limited. If you’re planning on driving to the airport in your car, you have the choice of one of three, equally safe and secure parking facilities. Designed with passenger convenience in mind, each of the on-site car parks is within easy walking distance of the airport itself and can be booked online. At present, you can not book Official Mackay Airport car parks through Flyparks, all inquiries must be booked through the airport’s official page.
Mackay Airport owns and operates three on-site car parks, each with their own security features, specials, distance to the airport terminals, and competitive rates. There are a range of different options and rates on offer, so you’re sure to find something that suits your needs.
Arrival: You simply drive to the car park. On arrival, tap your credit card at the entry gate. Make sure to keep this credit card safe whilst travelling as you will need it to exit the car park upon your return. If you prefer to pay upon your return with cash or a credit card, take a ticket at the entry gate and keep it somewhere secure and accessible to use upon making a payment when you return.
Return: You walk back to the car park, get in your car and head to the exit gate, tapping the same credit card you entered the car park with, in order to exit.
If you need to pay for your ticket, you can use one of the two payment terminals located adjacent to the terminals and the Ibis Mackay Hotel. These payment stations will accept cash as well as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
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The Long-Term Car Park at Mackay Airport offers the most affordable Mackay Airport parking cost but also remains the farthest from terminals. Despite the 3-5 minute walk, this open-air car park is perfect for the budget-conscious traveller as Mackay airport parking fees start at $22.00 for 24 hours and $162.00 for 1 week.
Travellers can park here for their first 15 minutes free if they plan to only pick up or drop off friends and family. On top of this, you are only a few minutes away from the terminals when you park at this car park and can save considerably by booking online and in advance for stays longer than 3 days. In all, this car park is a great option for those looking for Mackay long term parking.
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Located just off Jack Connor Drive, Mackay Short Term Car Park - Uncovered is only a 2-minute walk from the terminals and is great for those taking a weekend trip, or simply picking up or dropping off passengers as it is free to park here for your first 15 minutes.
While this car park doesn’t offer the cheapest Mackay airport parking rates, it does offer a recurring ‘weekender’ special, where if you book online for a minimum of 3 days at this car park, rates will start at $41, instead of $60 - talk about a deal on Mackay airport parking fees! Open 24/7 this car park is protected by advanced security features and trained on-site personnel.
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Located right across from the Ibis Airport hotel, the Mackay Short-Term Car Park - Covered is a covered lot located right across from the Mackay Airport arrival and departure hall. The car park itself is suited to protect against a cyclone and therefore will protect your car from the extremes of any weather conditions.
Not only does this car park protect your car from weather conditions, but also from the chance of anybody accidentally scraping your car as they pull in next to you, as this covered lot has parking bays 20% larger than standard car lots. For rates starting at $30.00 for 24 hours, park here to have the knowledge that your car will remain safe and secure, and stay right where you left it.
There is a public pick-up and drop-off zone located right outside the terminal building, only available for passengers who are already waiting at the curbside and thus ready to be picked up. Similarly, if you are a passenger who is ready to jump out of the car and be at the terminal in seconds, you can utilize this pick-up and drop-off zone. No waiting or parking is permitted here, and vehicles may not be left unattended.
Unfortunately, there is no valet parking at Mackay Airport at present.
Short-term parking at Mackay Airport is limited, although not impossible to come by. If you are looking merely for a drop-off / pick- up location, there is an appropriate bay to do so, right outside the terminal building. For a bit of longer waits, you can utilize Mackay Short Term Car Park - Uncovered or Mackay Long Term Car Park for 15 minutes of free parking. After 15 minutes, the most affordable short-term Mackay Airport parking rates will be at these same two car parks. From 16 minutes - 3 hours, you can park at the long-term car park for $10.00. Similarly, parking between 1-3 hours at the short-term car park - uncovered will cost you $9.00.
For stays of 24 hours or more, you will find Mackay Airport parking rates start at $30 for the short-term car park and an additional $30 every day thereafter. At the long-term car park, you will find rates starting at $22 for 24 hours, and an additional $20 every day thereafter.
At present, it is not possible to book short-term stays of 8 hours or less online, to arrange for parking, then, you can simply drive to the car park and pay for your spot by tapping your credit card at the entry barrier or paying in cash at a payment station upon your return.
Mackay Airport (MKY) is located in South Mackay, Queensland. A major regional airport, MKY services the city of Mackay, with regular flights to Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville, Hamilton Island, and Cairns. Approximately one million passengers transit through Mackay Airport every year, making it the 14th busiest in Australia.
The airport attracts a diverse range of carriers, serving the needs of the business, leisure, commercial, industrial, and tourism sectors. In terms of passenger travel, Mackay Airport is primarily served by Qantas, QantasLink, Jetstar Airways, and Virgin Australia, while Pel-Air operates a number of cargo flights.
In recent years the airport has undergone several multi-million dollar upgrades, including work to terminal building, runway, road network, and car parks. 2015 was the year construction was completed on the Ibis Mackay On-Airport Hotel and its surrounding infrastructure. It was also when the airport became the first in Australia to use 100% LED Apron Lighting. The Front of Terminal Roadway Upgrade was completed in 2016, with more improvements planned for the future.
If you’re searching for car parking Mackay Airport - you don’t need to look any further than Flyparks. Whether you require open air or covered, short or long-term parking, at an official airport car park or at a private car storage facility, we can help you find a reliable car park with affordable Mackay airport parking fees.
Instead of shopping around to find the best deal, you can search, compare, and book through Flyparks in as little as two minutes. We don’t add on any additional fees or charges. The prices we display on our site are exactly the same as those charged by the car park providers themselves.
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All the Mackay Airport parking fees that are cited are approximate and subject to change without notice, but were accurate at the time of publication for 1 week (7-8 days). Please note that Flyparks does not compare all the airport car parking spaces available in the market, and cannot consider specific needs and individual requirements. Always read the terms and conditions before booking.
