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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $90. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Sunshine Coast.$87 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Mon, Aug 24.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Mon, Aug 24, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $87, select.
Sunshine Coast.$90 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 6, returning Thu, Aug 13.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Thu, Aug 6, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.
Sunshine Coast.$91 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 26, returning Tue, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.
Sunshine Coast.$91 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 13, returning Tue, Sep 15.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Sun, Sep 13, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.
Sunshine Coast.$91 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 2, returning Tue, Feb 9.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Tue, Feb 2, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Tue, Feb 9, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.
Sunshine Coast.$91 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Thu, Jul 30.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.
Sunshine Coast.$91 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 2, returning Wed, Apr 28.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Dec 2, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Apr 28, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.
Sunshine Coast.$92 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 25, returning Fri, May 28.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Tue, May 25, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Fri, May 28, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.
Sunshine Coast.$92 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 13, returning Wed, Apr 21.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Tue, Apr 13, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Apr 21, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.
Sunshine Coast.$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Sunshine Coast.$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 20, returning Thu, Jan 21.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Jan 20, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Thu, Jan 21, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Sunshine Coast.$98 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 2, returning Tue, Mar 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Tue, Mar 2, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Tue, Mar 16, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Sunshine Coast.$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 21, returning Wed, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Oct 21, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Sunshine Coast.$99 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 9, returning Wed, Dec 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Dec 9, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Dec 16, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $99, select.
Sunshine Coast.$105 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 13, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Tue, Oct 13, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $105, select.
Sunshine Coast.$106 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 28, returning Thu, Mar 4.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Sun, Feb 28, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sunshine Coast on Thu, Mar 4, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $106, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Sunshine Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Sunshine Coast flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from $91
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from $91
Oct
from $98
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Jan
from $98
Feb
from $91
Mar
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Apr
from $92
May
from $92
Jun
from $254

Direct flights from Sydney to Sunshine Coast

Sydney to Sunshine Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Sunshine Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sunshine Coast.

Sunshine Coast

23km from central Sunshine Coast
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Sydney to Sunshine Coast: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$87
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week223

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Sunshine Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast is $87. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Sunshine Coast.
Qantas, Qatar Airways and Jetstar fly direct from Sydney to Sunshine Coast.
There are 228 flights per week flying from Sydney to Sunshine Coast, as of July 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Sunshine Coast is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sunshine Coast but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sunshine Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sunshine Coast.

Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Sunshine Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Sydney.

  • Each week, there are 53 Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, opt for the 06:10 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:40 with Qantas.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SYD to MCY flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. When you're ready to start your Sunshine Coast vacation, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Australia:

  • Qantas is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates SYD to MCY flights is Jetstar. Its services land as scheduled 73.17% of the time.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and MCY:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Auckland International Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight is $40. A round-trip fare right now is $87. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book eight months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to MCY.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SYD to MCY is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney Airport, data shows 66% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:

Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • If you have a late Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MCY:

  • Explore without limits with a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and venture far and wide through Sunshine Coast and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sunshine Coast Airport around one week before your travel date.

Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast

  • Sunshine Coast Airport to central Sunshine Coast has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.

  • Traveling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is March, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sunshine Coast based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sunshine Coast, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to MCY in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sunshine Coast has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometers south of Sunshine Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach.

  • Around 177 kilometers south of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast is another favorite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

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