Mackay Airport (YBMK / MKY)
Empty legs and charters from Mackay
YBMK airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- YBMK
- IATA code
- MKY
- City
- Mackay
- Region
- Queensland
- Country
- Australia
- Elevation
- 19 ft (6 m)
- Time zone
- Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10)
- Coordinates
- 21.1717° S, 149.1800° E
- Empty legs from
- 1
- Empty legs to
- 0
Weather & airport info YBMK
Current weather
Good visual conditions (VFR)observed 04 Nov, 03:30 UTC- Wind
- 18 kt (33 km/h) from north (360°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- no significant clouds
- Temperature
- 32 °C (dew point 23 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,011 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR YBMK 040330Z AUTO 36018KT 9999 // NCD 32/23 Q1011
Forecast (TAF)
- 04 Nov, 01:00–12:00 UTCfrom16 kt (30 km/h) from north (350°) · visibility 10 km or more · no significant weather · no significant clouds
- 04 Nov, 03:00–10:00 UTCtemporarily, 30 % probability25 kt (46 km/h) from variable directions, gusts up to 35 kt · visibility 2 km · Thunderstorm with rain · scattered clouds at 2,000 ft, scattered clouds at 6,000 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF YBMK 032259Z 0400/0412 34015KT 9999 SCT025 FM040100 35016KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 0403/0410 VRB25G35KT 2000 TSRA SCT020 SCT060CB
Airport
- Elevation
- 19 ft (6 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:18 / 18:14 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 1,981 m (6,499 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- ATIS: 112.7
- CTAF: 124.5
- Tower: 124.5
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map YBMK
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
Airservices Australia AIP →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for YBMK
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for YBMK.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Private jet traffic in Mackay Airport (last 30 days)
- Arrivals
- 70
- Departures
- 66
- Different jets
- 22
Most frequent origins: Townsville Airport (36), Brisbane International Airport (10).
Most frequent destinations: Townsville Airport (36), Brisbane International Airport (11).
Most common aircraft types: Beechcraft King Air 350 (85), Bombardier Challenger 600/650 (14), Beechcraft King Air 200/250 (10), Learjet 60 (8), Cessna Citation CJ1/M2 (6).
Monday is the busiest day.
Our own analysis of public ADS-B signals from business jets. Not every flight is received, and jets with a removal request are excluded.
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- Babcock Mission Critical Services AustralasiaHelicopter
- Aerlink AustraliaPerth International (YPPH) · Turboprop
- Flyon HelicoptersHelicopter
- Whitsunday HelicoptersHelicopter
- Central Queensland Helicopter Rescue ServiceHelicopter
Empty legs from YBMK
1 departures available
YBMK · Mackay Airport
63IN · Ropkey Field* Total price incl. 10% service fee, converted to your selected currency. Price subject to operator confirmation.
Empty legs to YBMK
0 arrivals available
No empty legs are currently available arriving at this airport.
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About the airport
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YBMK airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Mackay airport (YBMK) today?
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for Mackay (YBMK). For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Mackay airport (YBMK)?
According to the latest weather report for YBMK (METAR, 04 Nov, 03:30 UTC): Good visual conditions (VFR). Wind 18 kt (33 km/h) from north (360°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 32 °C (dew point 23 °C). For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Mackay airport (YBMK)?
Mackay (YBMK) has one runway: runway 14/32 with 1,981 m (6,499 ft), asphalt.
What are the radio frequencies at Mackay airport (YBMK)?
Frequencies at YBMK: Tower 124.5 MHz and ATIS 112.7 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Mackay Airport?
The ICAO code is YBMK and the IATA code is MKY. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of YBMK airport?
Mackay Airport sits at 19 ft (6 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Australia/Brisbane.
Can I fly to YBMK by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Mackay Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to YBMK?
There are currently 1 empty legs departing from and 0 arriving at Mackay Airport. Empty legs are repositioning flights at heavily reduced prices; the list is updated several times a day.