Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know
Sunshine Coast is two hours ahead of Perth and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PER to MCY flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between PER and MCY include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight is 160 €. A return fare is currently 343 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PER to MCY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PER to MCY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of all flights departing from Perth Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to PER? If you're catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
If you're getting in on a late Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near MCY:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast to explore Sunshine Coast and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sunshine Coast Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Airport to the centre of Sunshine Coast has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sunshine Coast based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Perth Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sunshine Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to MCY in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sunshine Coast. Around 113 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, head for Gold Coast, roughly 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast. SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday are among the biggest draws.
