Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in Sunshine Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Sydney.
Every week, there are 253 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, pick the 06:10 Jetstar flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:25 with Qantas.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SYD to MCY flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sunshine Coast adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Australia:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Jetstar.
With 76.19% of services arriving as scheduled, Jetstar is the most punctual carrier offering SYD to MCY flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SYD and MCY include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight is R 722. A return ticket right now is R 1,443. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SYD to MCY by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to MCY.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Consider staying in a hotel near MCY if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car and discover Sunshine Coast and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Apex and East Coast are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sunshine Coast Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
From Sunshine Coast Airport, Sunshine Coast is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sunshine Coast based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sunshine Coast is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MCY in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sunshine Coast. Around 113 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Gold Coast is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast. No trip is complete without a visit to SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
