Melbourne to Sunshine Coast flights
Sunshine Coast lies 1,455 km (904 mi) north-east of Melbourne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 37 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Melbourne | Sunshine Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 5.4 million | 398,840 |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) |
| Nearest large airport | MEL, 19 km out | MCY, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Melbourne
Melbourne is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Melbourne Airport (MEL), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,998-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Melbourne Avalon International Airport (AVV, 50 km), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB, 11 km), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW, 22 km).
Arriving in Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Brisbane International Airport (BNE, 81 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | 7 km (4 mi) | 9,186 ft | 15 ft |
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | 81 km (50 mi) | 11,680 ft | 13 ft |
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Staying in Sunshine Coast
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32).
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Common questions
How far is Sunshine Coast from Melbourne?
1,455 km (904 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Melbourne.
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Sunshine Coast by air?
About 2 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Melbourne and Sunshine Coast?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Melbourne to Sunshine Coast flights?
Typically Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY); Sunshine Coast also has BNE.
Where can I stay in Sunshine Coast?
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.