Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is one hour behind Sunshine Coast, where Sunshine Coast Airport is located. Seoul follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your MCY to Seoul flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When booking your flight ticket from MCY to Seoul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a popular stop on this route.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Sunshine Coast, MCY can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MCY:
Of all flights departing from Sunshine Coast Airport, 72.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul flight is R 5,973. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,475. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MCY to Seoul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get to the centre will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MCY to Seoul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any information desks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
After stepping off your MCY to Seoul flight, settle in at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MCY to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Seoul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you want to check out another side of South Korea, consider Daegu, about 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are among its highlights.
