On this page, you can find and book flights from Adelaide to Sunshine Coast. The flight covers a distance of 1,660 km and takes a few hours, with a frequency of approximately 2 flights per week.
The main airline on this route is JQ. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time; you can find up-to-date information on fares and flight schedules in the price calendar and the section on how to get to the departure airport or travel from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Adelaide → Sunshine Coast on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Jetstar Airways. Departures from Adelaide Airport airports, arrivals at Sunshine Coast Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Adelaide — Sunshine Coast by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $159 in y, and the most expensive are around $187 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Adelaide → Sunshine Coast, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $239 | high | May | $132 | medium | Sep | $134 | medium |
| Feb | $190 | high | Jun | $134 | medium | Oct | $117 | low |
| Mar | $143 | medium | Jul | $143 | medium | Nov | $117 | low |
| Apr | $134 | medium | Aug | $134 | medium | Dec | $213 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month on the Sunshine Coast is January, with average temperatures reaching 28.1°C, while the coolest is July. Peak rainfall occurs in February, whereas August and September are considered the driest periods of the year.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July, starting $159. A price increase is seen in November, when tickets on this route cost $187.
The best time for a trip is August: it offers the perfect balance between pleasant dry weather and an affordable price $177. It is worth avoiding March due to the highest number of rainy days.
Flights between the cities are provided by Jetstar (JQ). There are approximately 2 flights per week on this route, so we recommend checking the flight schedule in advance. To choose a suitable option and view flight details, use the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Adelaide — Sunshine Coast depart from Adelaide Airport and arrive at Sunshine Coast Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours, considering the 1,660 km distance between the cities.
The primary carrier operating regular flights from Adelaide to the Sunshine Coast is Jetstar (JQ).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but they do not operate daily — on average, there are about 2 departures per week.
Flight prices constantly change depending on the season and demand. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Adelaide arrive at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), Australia.
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