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)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near 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.