Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): what you need to know
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MCY and ASP include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Adelaide Airport
When flying domestically within Australia, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from MCY to ASP, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport is $484. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,040. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from MCY to ASP, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from MCY to ASP every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Travelling from central Sunshine Coast to Sunshine Coast Airport takes around 32 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MCY:
Arriving at Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Consider checking in to Discovery Parks - Alice Springs after touching down from your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport. It's a quick drive from ASP and a comfortable option if you're keen to get some rest right away.
Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs
From Alice Springs Airport, Alice Springs is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Alice Springs. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice Springs Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Alice Springs, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 39ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MCY to ASP around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Alice Springs
Once you've booked your flights from MCY to ASP, you'll want to find a place to stay in Alice Springs. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Alice Springs Desert Park, Alice Springs Reptile Centre and Pyndan Camel Tracks Alice Springs are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Alice Springs itinerary.
Complete your Alice Springs trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Alice Springs Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Alice Springs holiday.
