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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,604
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week137

Finding cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine is P6,604. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine.
Qatar Airways, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine.
As of April 2025, there are 152 flights per week flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Saturday, 3 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 2 hours 36 minutes. Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne 1 hour ahead of Sunshine Coast.

  • Every week, there are 188 flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 06:00 Virgin Australia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from MCY to MEL is 20:35 with Jetstar.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • A range of airlines operate direct flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, so getting to Melbourne (and then discovering more of Australia!) is easy. Top carriers travelling between MCY and MEL include:

  • We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCY and MEL include:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

  • Once you've booked cheap ticket from MCY to MEL, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within Australia. As long as you have some other identity document, like an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • P3,302 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. A return flight starts from P6,604. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from MCY to MEL by booking at least 5 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from MCY to MEL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • Sunshine Coast Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Sunshine Coast. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 32 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCY:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

  • From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 42 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12 ºC and 29 ºC. Book your flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MCY to MEL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4 ºC and 13 ºC on average.

More about Melbourne

  • If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from MCY to MEL:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.

Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Melbourne stay.

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