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Cheap flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast from $462

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MCY
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Sunshine Coast

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Best flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Island to Sunshine Coast that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 December 2025.

Mon 2/220:35CHC - MCY
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/208:25MCY - CHC
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$816
Mon 2/206:45CHC - MCY
2 stops27h 30mJetstar
Mon 9/219:00MCY - CHC
2 stops18h 45mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$1,000
Sat 17/106:05CHC - MCY
1 stop12h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 24/112:00MCY - CHC
1 stop8h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,021
Sat 2/514:25ZQN - MCY
1 stop24h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 5/517:20MCY - ZQN
2 stops20h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/12$1,141
Tue 28/416:35CHC - MCY
1 stop25h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 1/520:25MCY - CHC
1 stop25h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,023
Sat 17/106:05CHC - MCY
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/119:00MCY - CHC
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,030
Sat 17/116:10CHC - MCY
2 stops18h 30mJetstar
Sat 24/119:00MCY - CHC
2 stops26h 05mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$1,082
Sun 24/517:45CHC - MCY
1 stop28h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 27/508:15MCY - CHC
1 stop14h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/12$1,033

Find flight deals from South Island to Sunshine Coast

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Sunshine Coast flight deals. Data was last updated 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$816

One-way from

$462
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • South Island to Sunshine Coast
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 00m total
  • South Island to Sunshine Coast
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Sunshine Coast

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

20:35-07:15

1 stop13h 40m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 9/2

08:25-23:55

1 stop12h 30m

$816

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

06:45-07:15

2 stops27h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 9/2

19:00-16:45

2 stops18h 45m

$1,000

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

06:05-16:00

1 stop12h 55m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

12:00-23:55

1 stop8h 55m

$1,021

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Tue 28/4

16:35-16:05

1 stop25h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 1/5

20:25-00:20

1 stop25h 55m

$1,023

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

06:05-16:00

1 stop12h 55m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

19:00-07:35

2 stops33h 35m

$1,030

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

17:45-19:50

1 stop28h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 27/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop14h 05m

$1,033

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

16:10-07:40

2 stops18h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

19:00-00:05

2 stops26h 05m

$1,082

QueenstownMaroochydore

ZQN - MCY

ZQNMCY

Queenstown Intl

Sat 2/5

14:25-13:00

1 stop24h 35m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 5/5

17:20-15:40

2 stops20h 20m

$1,141

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

06:15-07:15

1 stop28h 00m

$462

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

14:00-10:30

3 stops23h 30m

$1,261

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Deals found on 20/12

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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 21 December 2025.
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
949 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

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
949 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
949 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

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
6.6
Okay
493 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
949 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Sunshine Coast. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 12h 55m. Fly via Jetstar, Qantas Airways, or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. There are 2565 km between South Island and Sunshine Coast. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast that include hotel bookings?

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Sunshine Coast by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Sunshine Coast

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Sunshine Coast. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$572Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$801Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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