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Cheapest return fare
$160
Overall average: $208
Jetstar
Fri 9/1Fri 16/1
SYD - MCY • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$68
Typical prices: $83-$316
Virgin Australia
Sat 18/4
SYD - MCY • Direct
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Jetstar
Cheapest • from $160 (return)
Virgin Australia
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Maroochydore (SYD-MCY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Maroochydore that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Maroochydore

Fri, 9 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$160Jetstar
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Sat, 17 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$162Jetstar
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Fri, 9 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$177Jetstar
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Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 15 Feb
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08:10 - 08:45SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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08:20 - 11:05MCY-SYD
1h 45mdirect
$188Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 9 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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12:00 - 14:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$190Jetstar
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Mon, 8 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec
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08:10 - 08:45SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$201Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 6 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
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12:15 - 12:50SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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16:20 - 18:55MCY-SYD
1h 35mdirect
$202Virgin Australia
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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec
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17:45 - 18:20SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$208Jetstar
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Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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08:20 - 11:05MCY-SYD
1h 45mdirect
$218Jetstar
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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
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07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY
1h 35mdirect
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12:00 - 14:40MCY-SYD
1h 40mdirect
$250Jetstar
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Maroochydore flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Maroochydore to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Maroochydore?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Maroochydore clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Maroochydore on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Maroochydore. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Maroochydore?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Maroochydore, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Maroochydore is February, where tickets cost $160 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $316 and $258 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Maroochydore?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Maroochydore, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Maroochydore, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$68
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (49% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Maroochydore

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Maroochydore based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Maroochydore

  • Are there car hire services at Maroochydore Airport?

    Yes, there are a variety of options for hiring cars at the Sunshine Coast Airport. You can find the company desks in the arrivals hall, beside the baggage belts. We advise you to book a car in advance, but you can hire cars on arrival as well. The car hire companies available are Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise and Thrifty.

  • What services does Maroochydore Airport offer for passengers with reduced mobility?

    Maroochydore Airport has accessible parking and a dedicated drop-off and pick-up zone as well. There are specific toilets throughout the terminal, with one located in the arrivals area, beside the baggage carousels. For wheelchair assistance, you will need to pre-book with the airport and airline, but they offer services such as the organisation of wheelchairs, lifts in and out of the aircraft, early boarding and general assistance during the flight.

  • What services does Maroochydore Airport offer for passengers with young children or babies?

    There are parents’ rooms available at both ends of the terminal, which include baby changing stations, toilet facilities, microwaves for warming milk and nappy disposal units. Seats are provided for feeding as well.

  • What activities can I engage in before my departure at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Since you are required to be at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at least 1 hour before your domestic flight, you can take a walk through the permanent artwork. A notable mention is “United Neytions”, 28 colourful flags by Archie Moore suspended from the 17-metre high ceiling of Terminal 1.

  • Which eco-friendly airlines fly from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    On average, flights from Sydney to Maroochydore emit about 694 kg of carbon per passenger in the cabin. Consider eco-friendly airlines plying the route, including Qantas Airways and Jetstar, with Qantas Airways being more eco-friendly, emitting roughly 56% less carbon on the route.

  • Is Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Airport an airline hub?

    Maroochydore Airport is a hub for Bonza Airlines. Consider flying Bonza Airlines to Maroochydore from Sydney, as you will find more accessible connections to over 10 destinations, including Newcastle, Melbourne and Tamworth. The airline also offers low-cost regional travel across Australia without connecting via major cities.

  • Can unaccompanied minors fly from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    Airlines flying from Sydney to Maroochydore, including Bonza, Jetstar and Qantas, consider children under 12 as unaccompanied minors if travelling without the supervision of a parent, guardian or sibling older than 15 years. The minor should be checked in at least 1 hour before the departure flight, in the company of a parent or guardian. Ensure you provide a birth certificate or passport to prove the child's age at check-in. The minor must have the unaccompanied minor form during the journey.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Maroochydore was $76 for a one-way ticket and $160 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    Sydney and Maroochydore are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Sydney from Sydney Kingsford Smith and will be arriving at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Maroochydore flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sydney and Maroochydore.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    There are direct flights from Sydney to Maroochydore on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Maroochydore, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Maroochydore are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $211 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $330 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Maroochydore.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Maroochydore from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Maroochydore with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Maroochydore?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Maroochydore from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Maroochydore

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $88 or less one-way and $175 or less round-trip.
  • Maroochydore Airport (MCY), also known as the Sunshine Coast Airport, is approximately 7 km from the Sunshine Coast and approximately 100 km from Brisbane.
  • Maroochydore Airport has a taxi service, and you can find the taxi rank in front of the arrivals hall at the terminal. A taxi from Maroochydore Airport to Noosa Heads will cost between A$ 75-95 and take about 25min.
  • There is a shuttle bus service and public buses that work throughout the Sunshine Coast region. The shuttle bus offers door-to-door services. You can find the public buses to the right of the arrivals hall; take the number 620 bus to Noosa Heads for roughly A$ 4-6, the journey takes about 50min.
  • There is parking available at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) in Sydney, as well as the public transport and taxi services to and from the city centre. A taxi ride from the city centre to Sydney Airport will take about 20min and cost around A$ 45. The train from the city centre will take roughly 14min and usually costs A$ 17. There is also a drop-off and pick-up zone at the airport, which includes accessible parking and drop offs for passengers with reduced mobility.
  • Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Airport (MCY) has a Peace of Mind Parking program, allowing extended airport parking without additional charges and a seamless refund process if you encounter unforeseen travel changes, like flight delays or cancellations.
  • Sunshine Coast Airport is the leading international airport serving Marcoola, north of Maroochydore. The airport also serves nearby cities without airports, including Coolum Beach, Mooloolaba, Buderim and Nambour.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Monday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Maroochydore

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Maroochydore. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Maroochydore? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 424 reviews
7.7Boarding
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
8.2Crew
7.5Comfort
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Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

6.0 GoodStephen, Oct 2025OOL - SYD
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Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Only answered OK and poor as there was no entertainment and I didnt have any food

4.5 hr international flight. We got a glass of water. Ranks up there with Ryan Air, Easy Jet, Spirit and Frontier. Expected better.

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Very disappointed with my recent Jetstar experience. Firstly, it was extremely frustrating that we had to pay extra for basic things like in-flight entertainment and meals. Other airlines provide these essentials even with standard tickets, but Jetstar offered no comfort or amenities without additional charges. For a long international journey, this made the experience very uncomfortable. On top of that, there was a delay on our flight from Melbourne to Bangkok due to parts replacement, which was already inconvenient. But the biggest issue was the massive 5 hours and 15 minutes delay on our return flight, which completely disrupted our plans, caused unnecessary stress, and impacted both our time and health. Jetstar provided vouchers, but they were not nearly sufficient to cover proper meals or any meaningful service at Bangkok Airport. After such a long delay, this felt extremely inadequate and did not compensate for the inconvenience we faced. Overall, this has been one of my worst travel experiences. I am extremely disappointed and will not be booking with Jetstar in the future. I strongly request Jetstar to provide additional compensation for the significant delays and the discomfort we had to go through.

Excellent help with Wife needing disability access at Brisbane airport

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

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