Direct (nonstop) flights from Sunshine Coast to Sydney

3 airlines fly nonstop from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's 517 miles (832 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

MCY
Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
🇦🇺 Sunshine Coast, Australia
SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
517 mi
832 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−177 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar Qantas Qantas Virgin Australia Virgin Australia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
MCY → SYD
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
517 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
MCY → SYD
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
517 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
MCY → SYD
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
517 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sunshine Coast to Sydney with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

MCY MEL (Melbourne) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 35m (902 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (439 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 273 kg CO₂ (+184% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCY → MEL
2h 35m · 902 mi
View MCY to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → SYD
1h 25m · 439 mi
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MCY ADL (Adelaide) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,036 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (725 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+248% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCY → ADL
2h 45m · 1,036 mi
View MCY to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → SYD
1h 50m · 725 mi
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MCY CNS (Cairns) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 20m (818 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,221 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+298% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCY → CNS
2h 20m · 818 mi
View MCY to CNS flights →
Leg 2
CNS → SYD
2h 55m · 1,221 mi
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MCY AKL (Auckland) SYD
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,458 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,344 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 498 kg CO₂ (+419% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCY → AKL
3h 15m · 1,458 mi
View MCY to AKL flights →
Leg 2
AKL → SYD
3h 40m · 1,344 mi
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MCY DPS (Denpasar) SYD
Leg 1: 6h 25m (2,769 mi) Leg 2: 5h 55m (2,870 mi) Total: ~12h 20m 🍃 887 kg CO₂ (+824% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCY → DPS
6h 25m · 2,769 mi
View MCY to DPS flights →
Leg 2
DPS → SYD
5h 55m · 2,870 mi
View DPS to SYD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Sydney (SYD) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 517 miles (832 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

How far is Sunshine Coast from Sydney?

The flight distance from Sunshine Coast to Sydney is 517 miles (832 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sunshine Coast to Sydney?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.