Mackay Airport (MKY) Taxis

Taxis are one of the most convenient and accessible modes of transportation you can use to travel around anywhere.

Taxi Services are available at Mackay Airport. The airport is served by Mackay Whitsunday Taxis, one of the largest taxi service areas in Queensland, covering from Sarina in the south to Airlie Beach in the north.

Taxi fares vary based on distance, location, and travel time (including Public Holidays). Taxi Fares are set by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

Drivers picking up from Mackay Airport will charge a A$2 toll on top of the metered fare.

Always remember to get a receipt. The information it contains (such as taxi ID number and travel time) is vital should you accidentally leave any items behind.

You can find the Taxi Rank outside the terminal. Follow the signage inside the airport.

Rideshare Services at Mackay Airport

Rideshare Services are available at Mackay Airport. Rideshare operators Uber, Ola, and Shebah, provide transport from Mackay Airport. Bookings can be made via rideshare apps.

Download any rideshare app on your smartphone, and with just a few clicks from your phone, you’ll have a car ready to pick you up in 3-5 minutes after your request.

The rideshare drop-off location is adjacent to the Mackay Airport check-in area. For those arriving, the pick-up location is near the bus bay area at the baggage claim/arrivals end of the terminal.

The base fare for uber is A$2.00, Ola’s base fare is A$2.27 while Shebah’s base fare is A$3.60-$4.43 for off-peak, A$3.93-A$4.84 for peak times, and A$4.26-A$5.25 for premium peak time.

Most rideshare services charge a waiting and cancellation fee. It is to compensate the driver for the time they spend waiting for you to arrive and for their fuel.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Mackay Airport

Hotel shuttle services are provided for guests who have booking confirmations with specific hotels in town. Some would offer the service for free, especially for pick up and drop off at Mackay Airport; others would offer it for an additional fee.

Therefore, guests should confirm their hotel booking and shuttle transfers before their flight schedule to experience hassle-free travel.

Contact your hotels for more information regarding hotel shuttle pick-ups and drop-offs.

For more information, visit our Hotel Page.