Cheap Flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon flights are currently cheapest in April.

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon: Alternative routes

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

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$311
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon is $311. 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 Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $311.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon.
The cheapest month to fly from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne Avalon is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sunshine Coast Airport and Melbourne Avalon 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 Melbourne Avalon 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Avalon.

Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Avalon Airport (AVV): what you need to know

  • Melbourne is one hour ahead of Sunshine Coast and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Your MCY to AVV flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the MCY to AVV route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • $155 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport flight. A return flight starts from $311. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCY to AVV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MCY to AVV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

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

Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)

  • Of all flights leaving Sunshine Coast Airport, 72.71% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Sunshine Coast Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Sunshine Coast. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCY:

Arriving at Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • After your Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport flight has arrived, kick back at a hotel close by. Corio Bay Motel is a good option that's not too far from AVV.

  • Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Avalon Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Avalon Airport (AVV) to central Melbourne

  • Avalon Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.

When to fly to Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport is May, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MCY to AVV in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

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