Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to London: what you need to know
Sunshine Coast Airport is located in Sunshine Coast. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is ten hours behind Sunshine Coast.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your MCY to London flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling from central Sunshine Coast to MCY takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MCY:
Of the flights that depart from Sunshine Coast Airport, 72.71% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to London
423 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts at 964 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MCY to London if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sunshine Coast Airport to London across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MCY to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your MCY to London flight, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London.
If you use public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Settle in at one of these stays after your MCY to London flight:
Whether you want a zippy compact for a solo trip or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Stansted Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available from companies such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to London
Visit London in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Sunshine Coast Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MCY to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to London, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.