Travelling from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): What you need to know
Sunshine Coast is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Sunshine Coast Airport is located in Sunshine Coast, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to MCY. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like December, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to MCY leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to MCY flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MCY and get cosy, quick:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sunshine Coast and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport flight.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Sunshine Coast. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
514 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport. A return flight starts from 866 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to MCY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Los Angeles to MCY.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
January is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY). Plan your visit to Sunshine Coast in September for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Los Angeles to MCY plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sunshine Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Sunshine Coast
Start your Sunshine Coast trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Of course, you'll want to plan some sightseeing while you're in Sunshine Coast. Baroon Lookout should be one of the top things on your must-see list.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Sunshine Coast. Around 97 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Gallery of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Around 161 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Pacific Airshow, SkyPoint Observation Deck and Pacific Airshow Gold Coast.
