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Cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne from $113

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sunshine Coast (zzKII) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$206

One-way from

$113
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/2-17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 14/220:35MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Mon 17/207:20MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$206
Sat 15/210:35MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/213:30MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$217
Fri 14/214:35MCY - AVV
1 stop7h 40mJetstar
Mon 17/214:55AVV - MCY
1 stop4h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$259
Fri 28/216:20MCY - AVV
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/320:55AVV - MCY
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$282
Fri 7/312:30MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/308:25MEL - MCY
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/1$288
Fri 31/112:45MCY - MEL
Nonstop2h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 7/207:30MEL - MCY
1 stop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$476

Find flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 14/2

20:35-00:05

Nonstop2h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

07:20-08:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$206

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 15/2

10:35-14:10

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

13:30-14:50

Nonstop2h 20m

$217

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 14/2

14:35-23:15

1 stop7h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 17/2

14:55-18:10

1 stop4h 15m

$259

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 28/2

16:20-23:15

1 stop5h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 2/3

20:55-07:55

1 stop12h 00m

$282

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 7/3

12:30-16:05

Nonstop2h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

08:25-09:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$288

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 1/2

12:45-16:15

Nonstop2h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

10:45-12:05

Nonstop2h 20m

$377

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 9/2

20:35-00:05

Nonstop2h 30m

$113

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - MEL

MCYMEL

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 13/2

14:30-18:05

Nonstop2h 35m

$143

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 15/2

18:55-07:35

1 stop11h 40m

$143

MaroochydoreMelbourne

MCY - AVV

MCYAVV

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 2/3

09:30-07:35

1 stop21h 05m

$172

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Best time to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KII to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from zzKII to ME1 are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
485 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

7.9
Good
485 reviews
7.9
Good
485 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

7.5
Good
821 reviews
7.9
Good
485 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

7.5
Good
434 reviews
7.9
Good
485 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

6.6
Okay
467 reviews
7.9
Good
485 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $113. Users have also found prices from $143 and $692 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne consider choosing Etihad Airways(88%), Virgin Australia(86%) or Qatar Airways(86%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $1,653, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $100. The most popular route (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Melbourne), is priced around $195.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sunshine Coast to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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BonzaCheapest$104Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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JetstarCheapest$175Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$190Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$231Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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