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Cheap flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast from $768

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MCY
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Sunshine Coast

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Round-trip from

$768
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 45m total
  • South Island to Sunshine Coast
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Sunshine Coast. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 January 2026.

Fri 15/516:35
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/509:10
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$768
Fri 22/516:35
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/509:10
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$778
Wed 25/218:15
CHC
-
MCY
2 stops40h 00m
Jetstar
Wed 4/320:10
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop18h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/1$781
Tue 5/516:05
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/514:25
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$785
Sun 10/506:30
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/514:25
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$787
Fri 8/517:45
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/509:10
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$808
Sat 23/506:30
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/517:20
MCY
-
CHC
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$828
Tue 5/516:05
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/510:15
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$860
Thu 14/516:35
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop17h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 19/508:15
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop14h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/1$873
Thu 7/516:35
CHC
-
MCY
1 stop17h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 13/508:15
MCY
-
CHC
1 stop14h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/1$875
Thu 28/515:25
ZQN
-
MCY
1 stop18h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/510:15
MCY
-
ZQN
1 stop24h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/1$988
Thu 28/516:30
ZQN
-
MCY
2 stops44h 10m
Virgin Australia
Sat 30/512:40
MCY
-
ZQN
2 stops22h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/1$1,203

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 13 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast that are best for you.

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ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 23/5

06:30-13:00

1 stop8h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 27/5

11:20-23:05

1 stop9h 45m

$858

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 19/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 20/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 20/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 23/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Thu 14/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 21/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

16:35-15:15

1 stop24h 40m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 19/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 23/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

16:35-15:15

1 stop24h 40m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 21/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

16:35-07:40

1 stop17h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 21/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$873

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Reviews of airlines servicing Sunshine Coast

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sunshine Coast. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sunshine Coast. Reviews last updated 13 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from South Island to Sunshine Coast to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
504 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Island to Sunshine Coast?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to Sunshine Coast in 17h 05m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. There are 2565 km between South Island and Sunshine Coast.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Sunshine Coast

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$572Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$647Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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