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Cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne from $131

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — MEL
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sunshine Coast to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$208

One-way from

$131

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$298
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/9-7/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Tue 23/920:00MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Tue 7/1017:05MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/8$208
Fri 21/1115:30MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/1108:25MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/8$214
Fri 5/920:00MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Sun 7/907:10MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/8$224
Mon 17/1120:00MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1108:25MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$234
Sat 18/1019:00MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Wed 22/1017:05MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$243
Mon 15/1210:35MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 15/113:20MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/8$244
Fri 17/1019:00MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Tue 21/1007:10MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/8$251
Tue 2/920:25MCY - AVV
1 stop26h 25mJetstar
Tue 9/920:55AVV - MCY
1 stop10h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/8$251
Mon 15/920:25MCY - AVV
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Tue 16/920:55AVV - MCY
1 stop10h 50mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$254
Mon 15/920:25MCY - AVV
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Wed 17/920:55AVV - MCY
1 stop10h 50mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$260
Sat 13/909:10MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/907:10MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$266
Tue 16/920:25MCY - AVV
1 stop26h 25mJetstar
Tue 23/906:00AVV - MCY
1 stop13h 50mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$266

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 23/9

20:00-22:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

17:05-18:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$208

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 21/11

15:30-19:05

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

08:25-09:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$214

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 5/9

20:00-22:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

07:10-09:25

Nonstop2h 15m

$224

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 17/11

20:00-23:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

08:25-09:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$234

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 18/10

19:00-22:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

17:05-18:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$243

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 15/12

10:35-14:10

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

13:20-14:50

Nonstop2h 30m

$244

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 17/10

19:00-22:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

07:10-08:25

Nonstop2h 15m

$251

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 2/9

20:25-22:50

1 stop26h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 9/9

20:55-07:45

1 stop10h 50m

$251

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 15/9

20:25-09:45

1 stop13h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 16/9

20:55-07:45

1 stop10h 50m

$254

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 15/9

20:25-09:45

1 stop13h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 17/9

20:55-07:45

1 stop10h 50m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KII to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

When flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

The most flights from zzKII to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 19 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
413 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
465 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Departing from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne will take you 2h 35m. There are 1453 km between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne consider choosing Qatar Airways(76%), Virgin Australia(74%) or Singapore Airlines(68%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $287, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $127. The most popular route (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Melbourne), is priced around $195.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$162Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$165Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$221Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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