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Cheap flights from Sydney to Sunshine Coast

SYD — MCY
24 Oct — 31 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$259
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast (average of $164). Flying from Sydney to Sunshine Coast in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 SYD to KII?

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Sunshine Coast in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Sunshine Coast?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Sunshine Coast flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sunshine Coast

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Sydney to Sunshine Coast by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
569 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Sunshine Coast?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Sunshine Coast from Sydney.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Sunshine Coast flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sunshine Coast flight path was viewed by 2,105 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Sunshine Coast one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $60. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Sunshine Coast for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Sunshine Coast are Jetstar (87%), Air India (85%) and Qatar Airways (84%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $218 for a flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast. The cheapest flight overall is $65 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Maroochydore Sunshine Coast) is currently priced at $123.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Sunshine Coast flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Sunshine Coast?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Sunshine Coast 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 Sydney to Sunshine Coast?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast (average of $164). Flying from Sydney to Sunshine Coast in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Sydney to Sunshine Coast

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$109Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$120Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$154Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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