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Flight deals from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $744. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sunshine Coast.$222 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $222, select.
Sunshine Coast.$222 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $222, select.
Sunshine Coast.$224 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.
Sunshine Coast.$224 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.
Sunshine Coast.$224 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.
Sunshine Coast.$229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.
Sunshine Coast.$232 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Sunshine Coast.$240 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.
Sunshine Coast.$244 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $244, select.
Sunshine Coast.$280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.
Sunshine Coast.$288 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.
Sunshine Coast.$291 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $291, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Queenstown to Sunshine Coast flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $291
May
from $229
Jun
from $222
Jul
from $244
Aug
from $224
Sep
from $224
Oct
from $224
Nov
from $222
Dec
from $280
Jan
from $240
Feb
from $288
Mar
from $232

Queenstown to Sunshine Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sunshine Coast.

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Queenstown to Sunshine Coast: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$222
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast is $607. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast. But we found flights with one or more stops from $607.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport on Thursday, 28 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Queenstown Airport and Sunshine Coast Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sunshine Coast but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sunshine Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sunshine Coast.

Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know

  • Sunshine Coast is three hours behind Queenstown and observes the UTC+10 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ZQN to MCY flight.

  • During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • At the moment, $222 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $607. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from ZQN to MCY, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZQN to MCY.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.

  • Of all flights departing from Queenstown Airport, 79.18% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Queenstown to Queenstown Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to ZQN? If you're boarding an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast

  • Sunshine Coast Airport to the centre of Sunshine Coast has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Sunshine Coast in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Queenstown Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sunshine Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZQN to MCY sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sunshine Coast has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, a trip to Brisbane will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.

  • Gold Coast is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast. No trip is complete without dropping by SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.

Plan the rest of your trip from Queenstown to Sunshine Coast

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.