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    "Key": "BNE-MKY",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BNE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Brisbane",
      "fullCity": "Brisbane, Australia",
      "airport": "Brisbane Intl Airport"
    },
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      "code": "MKY",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Mackay",
      "fullCity": "Mackay, Australia",
      "airport": "Mackay Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "The flight from Brisbane to Mackay is about 500 miles and typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes nonstop. The return leg is slightly shorter at around 1 hour 30 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "Yes, Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar all fly nonstop from Brisbane to Mackay, with a combined total of around 181 weekly flights. Service runs daily on all three carriers, with multiple departures spread throughout the day and a typical flight time of about 100 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
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        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Mackay?",
        "answer": "From Mackay Airport, taxis and ride-share services are readily available outside the terminal and are the most-used option for the roughly 5-kilometer trip to the city center, taking about 10 minutes. Car rental counters are also present in the arrivals hall, providing the most flexibility for exploring the region. There is no direct train or light rail service, and while a limited public bus route operates nearby, it is not a practical connection to downtown for most travelers.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MKY",
            "title": "MKY",
            "time_published": "2025-11-19T07:52:20Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?printable=yes&title=Mackay_Airport",
            "title": "Mackay Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2005-10-24T14:40:35Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mackay_Airport",
            "title": "Mackay Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:07:12Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mackay%20Airport",
            "title": "Mackay Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-11-06T22:39:40Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_MacKay_Airport",
            "title": "Fort MacKay Airport",
            "time_published": "2020-06-04T23:37:12Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "No overnight red-eye flights operate from Brisbane to Mackay — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg are scheduled on this route.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar all operate non‑stop flights from Brisbane to Mackay. Qantas offers the most frequent service with 85 weekly flights, Virgin Australia follows with 75 weekly flights, and Jetstar provides 21 weekly flights. All three carriers fly daily, with multiple departure times throughout the day.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Brisbane and Mackay?",
        "answer": "Direct flights are the norm, so connections are uncommon. If needed, Townsville and Rockhampton are possible layovers, though they add significant time."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Mackay?",
        "answer": "April to October offers mild, dry weather and fewer tourists, avoiding the summer heat and wet season."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "For this Australian domestic flight, bring a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's licence or passport; no visa or passport validity rules apply. Have a payment method for any baggage fees and check if any health documents are needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Mackay?",
        "answer": "Mackay has one airport, Mackay Airport (MKY), located about 3 km south of the city centre. It serves domestic flights and is the only commercial airport in the area."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Brisbane Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport is about 14 km from the CBD, with the Airtrain providing a direct rail link from the city center to both terminals in roughly 20 minutes—it's the most popular and reliable option, though fares are higher than typical public transport. Ride‑share services and taxis are widely available and take a similar time, with taxis being the most expensive choice, while driving yourself means taking Airport Drive from the Gateway Motorway and parking at the airport. Shuttle buses are also an option, often cheaper than a taxi but slower than the train.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane%20Airport%20%28suburb%29",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2026-02-19T04:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/?diff=655363379",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2015-04-07T15:53:21Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_Airport_(suburb)",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2026-02-19T04:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane%20Airport",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T05:25:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_line,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport line, Brisbane",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T02:05:13Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Mackay airport?",
        "answer": "Mackay Airport has no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, and overnight stays are not possible as the airport closes from 9:30 PM to 5:00 AM. The Ibis Mackay Airport hotel is located just a few minutes' walk from the terminal, with no shuttle required. Additional hotels are available nearby in Mackay.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/mackay-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Mackay Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2024-11-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/9266/index.en.shtml",
            "title": "ibis Mackay Hotel | Mackay Airport Hotel | ALL - Meetings",
            "time_published": "2026-03-13T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/sunshine-coast-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Sunshine Coast Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/9266/index.en.shtml",
            "title": "ibis Mackay Hotel | Mackay Airport Hotel | ALL - ALL",
            "time_published": "2026-03-19T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mackay_Airport",
            "title": "Mackay Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:07:12Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MKY",
            "title": "MKY",
            "time_published": "2025-11-19T07:52:20Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Brisbane–Mackay route are the Embraer 190, Boeing 737-800, and Airbus A320-100, with the Embraer 190 appearing most frequently. Connecting itineraries often use an Embraer 190, Airbus A220-200, or A320-100 on the longer leg and a De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q on the shorter leg, typically via Rockhampton, Townsville, or Cairns. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these types dominate the route.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "Qantas (Oneworld), Virgin Australia, and Jetstar operate nonstop Brisbane–Mackay flights. Oneworld is the only global alliance on the route, via Qantas; Virgin Australia and Jetstar are not members of any alliance.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Brisbane?",
        "answer": "At Brisbane Airport's domestic terminal, where flights to Mackay depart, you'll find the Virgin Australia Lounge (opposite Gate 41) and The Qantas Club (Departure Level 1). Both offer complimentary food and drinks, Wi-Fi, and showers; the Virgin lounge features a buffet by chef Luke Mangan, while the Qantas Club has a family zone. Access is typically for business class passengers, eligible elite status holders, or those with lounge membership programs; American Express Platinum and select Velocity cardholders also have access to the Virgin lounge. An independent Plaza Premium Lounge is available in the international terminal, but not accessible for domestic departures.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/brisbane",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport BNE Lounges - BNE Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-nz/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BNE",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Brisbane Airport | Amex NZ",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/brisbane",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport BNE Lounges - BNE Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/articles/life-with-amex/travel/airport-lounges/brisbane",
            "title": "Lounges with Amex at Brisbane Airport | AMEX AU",
            "time_published": "2025-09-14T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://qantas.com/au/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-guides/brisbane-international-airport-guide.html",
            "title": "Brisbane international airport guide | Qantas",
            "time_published": "2025-09-29T02:01:55Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules on Brisbane–Mackay flights vary by carrier. Budget fares may not include checked bags, while standard fares typically allow one checked bag. All passengers are usually entitled to a small carry‑on and personal item."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Brisbane to Mackay?",
        "answer": "On this domestic route, flights typically offer only Economy seating; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline; flexible and business fares often allow same‑day changes or standby, while cheaper tickets usually do not."
      }
    }
  }
}