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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $228. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sunshine Coast.$197 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.

Sunshine Coast.$199 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $199, select.

Sunshine Coast.$216 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

Sunshine Coast.$216 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

Sunshine Coast.$224 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.

Sunshine Coast.$228 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $228, select.

Sunshine Coast.$231 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sunshine Coast on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.

Sunshine Coast.$232 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Sunshine Coast.$239 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.

Sunshine Coast.$240 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sunshine Coast on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Sunshine Coast.$240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May, returning Wed, 26 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sunshine Coast on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Sunshine Coast.$243 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sunshine Coast on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.

Sunshine Coast.$245 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Sunshine Coast.$256 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Sat, 17 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.

Sunshine Coast.$257 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sunshine Coast on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.

Sunshine Coast.$259 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sunshine Coast on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $259, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast: Alternative routes

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

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Melbourne to Sunshine Coast: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$197
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	Qatar Airways
Average flights per week	151

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast is $197. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast?

2 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast?

Qatar Airways, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast?

As of August 2026, there are 151 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sunshine Coast is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sunshine Coast?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Sunshine Coast?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast with?

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

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Sunshine Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Melbourne.
Flights from MEL to MCY start from 06:00 — the earliest with Virgin Australia Regional. The latest departure is at 18:50 with Jetstar. Overall, there are 44 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to MCY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Sunshine Coast, Australia. Take off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport:
Virgin Australia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Virgin Australia ranks as the top on-time carrier for MEL to MCY flights, with 86.7% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and MCY:
- Sydney Airport
- Auckland International Airport
- Adelaide Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

Right now, $97 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $197. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MEL to MCY by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to MCY.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% touch down on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MCY instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and explore beyond Sunshine Coast's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Sunshine Coast Airport around one week ahead.

When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Sunshine Coast in March.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport for January if you'd like to explore Sunshine Coast during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to MCY in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sunshine Coast. Around 113 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.