Travelling from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know
Sunshine Coast is one hour behind Merimbula and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MIM to MCY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a sought-after stop between MIM and MCY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight is 236 €. A return plane ticket is currently 387 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MIM to MCY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.
Landing cheap flights from MIM to MCY couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Merimbula Airport (MIM)
Of the flights that depart from Merimbula Airport, 78.28% land on time at their destination.
Merimbula Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Merimbula. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MIM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCY instead:
Get on the fast track to 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.
Reserving your ride from Sunshine Coast Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
From Sunshine Coast Airport, Sunshine Coast is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
January is the most popular month for flights from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Sunshine Coast in April.
When reserving your flight from Merimbula Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sunshine Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MIM to MCY sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sunshine Coast. Around 113 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
