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Cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to Sydney

MCY — SYD
28 Sep — 5 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find flight deals from Sunshine Coast to Sydney

Round-trip from

$129

One-way from

$88

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$205
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/10-28/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 45m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Sunshine Coast to Sydney is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney (average of $170). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 SYD?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sunshine Coast to Sydney is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Sunshine Coast to Sydney. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
473 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
1,087 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
568 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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 into for flights to Sydney from Sunshine Coast?

    For a flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city.

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

    This flight path from Sunshine Coast to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 1,802 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Jetstar can get you from Sunshine Coast to Sydney in just under 1h 45m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 835 km between Sunshine Coast and Sydney. All flights are typically direct.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $56 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $74 and Qantas Airways from $144 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sunshine Coast to Sydney are LATAM Airlines (75%), Jetstar (75%) and Qantas Airways (73%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $218 for a flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $80 while the most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $131.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney (average of $170). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 Sydney

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$81Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$107Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$150Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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