Sunshine Coast Airport offers only a handful of daily flights between Sydney and Melbourne, making it an ideal location for access to Whitsunday Islands and Gold Coast.

Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) will oversee and prepare the Sunshine Coast Airport PDA Development Scheme.

Airport Facilities

The Sunshine Coast Airport serves as an essential national and international gateway for visitors traveling to Noosa, Maroochydore, Moololaba or other vacation spots on the Sunshine Coast. Furthermore, it serves as the central point for regional and interstate aviation activity such as flight training programs, general aviation operations and business development activities.

At the airport, visitors will find a host of facilities and services including car rental, public buses, taxis/rideshare transport (RideShare), shuttle transfers and visitor information services. In addition, there is a large variety of shops, restaurants and cafes as well as three parking options available within its terminal complex.

Sunshine Coast Airport features a dedicated Qantas terminal offering a smooth check-in and boarding experience, featuring dedicated check-in counters staffed with friendly and productive staff members, free wi-fi access, stand-alone accessible bathrooms and food outlets. Closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras operate throughout the airport for security personnel to monitor activity within its grounds ensuring the airport remains a safe environment for everyone using its facilities.

Parking Options

Sunshine Coast Airport, also known as Maroochydore Airport, is an active hub with flight options throughout Australia and Oceania. As one of Australia’s 14 busiest airports, this facility features multiple parking options within walking distance from its terminals – Short Term Car Parks (STCPs), Long Term Car Parks (LTCPs), Park Saver Parking Options and Park Value parking areas are among them.

To enter P Long Term, either scan your booking receipt or present the credit card used to pay online at the entrance barrier. When ready to leave, simply drive back around to the exit barrier and insert your ticket.

ParkTerminal offers travellers looking for on-airport parking a convenient solution when picking up or dropping off passengers, visiting briefly or staying for extended periods. The fully enclosed facility is conveniently located just minutes from terminals, offering reasonable rates both short and long stays with Peace of Mind Parking as an added assurance against unexpected overstay charges.

Getting to the Airport

Sunshine Coast Airport in Marcoola serves as the gateway to popular holiday destinations like Noosa, Mooloolaba and Caloundra. Direct flights operate from most major Australian cities with additional services available from Qantas, Jetstar Alliance Airlines and Bonza.

Sunshine Coast Airport features one terminal that is equipped to manage high passenger volumes and offers numerous dining, shopping and parking options – duty free shops, fashion boutiques, cafes, bars, newsagents and convenience stores as well as three types of parking are all on offer at its doorstep.

Bus and shuttle services operate out of Sunshine Coast Airport, connecting hotels, resorts and private residences from Twin Waters to Maroochydore via Cotton Tree and Mudjimba and eventually Alexandra Headland. You could also rent a bike and explore local beaches and hinterland. Cruise options available include Bellingham Maze attraction as well as unique glass bottom boat tours on Great Sandy Strait; Pacific Coastal Air also provide seasonal floatplane flights between Powell River and Sechelt.

Getting to the City

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) serves as the gateway to this popular holiday destination with stunning beaches and lush, verdant vegetation. Offering reliable airport shuttle, taxi and rideshare services, accessing this airport is made simple.

Sunshine Coast Airport (CUD) sees flights arrive from all across Australia and abroad. When searching for low-cost options, be sure to include routes with connections; these may often prove more cost effective than nonstop options.

Numerous companies provide door-to-door shuttle bus services between the airport and hotels and private residences along the Sunshine Coast coastline, including Twin Waters, Cotton Tree, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba and Caloundra suburbs as well as surrounding areas such as Beerwah, Nambour Landsborough Cooroy. Buses also run to and from Noosa Coolum Tewantin with Day Passes available both on board as well as at various locations in Gibsons Roberts Creek Halfmoon Bay