Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): what you need to know
Sunshine Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Sunshine Coast ten hours ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MAN to MCY flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Currently, Rs168,264 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs392,241. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAN to MCY, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAN to MCY by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MCY:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sunshine Coast and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Sunshine Coast Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
From Sunshine Coast Airport, Sunshine Coast is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sunshine Coast based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport for January if you want to visit Sunshine Coast during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to MCY in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sunshine Coast, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel around 113 kilometres south to Brisbane to tick off its popular sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.