Flying from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
The timezone in Sunshine Coast is UTC+10, which is three hours ahead of Bangkok. Sunshine Coast Airport is located in Sunshine Coast.
Your flight from Bangkok to MCY won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you're hoping to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to MCY.
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to MCY flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCY instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and discover more of Sunshine Coast and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport flight.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
The centre of Sunshine Coast is roughly 23 kilometres from Sunshine Coast Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Currently, R 4,179 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,449. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to MCY. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Bangkok to MCY.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Sunshine Coast. July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Sunshine Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Bangkok to MCY plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Sunshine Coast
Start your Sunshine Coast trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Sunshine Coast Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Be sure to add Baroon Lookout to your trip itinerary. This is one of the most popular attractions to discover when visiting Sunshine Coast.
Explore more of Australia
Sunshine Coast will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 97 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Australia, consider Gold Coast, about 161 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast. SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pacific Airshow and Pacific Airshow Gold Coast are key reasons to visit.
