Travelling from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Perth is two hours behind Sunshine Coast and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MCY to PER flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MCY and PER:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Perth Airport (PER)
Rs43,746 is currently the best price for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs92,988. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from MCY to PER, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sunshine Coast Airport, data shows 72.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Sunshine Coast Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Sunshine Coast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MCY? If you've booked an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're getting in on a late Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PER:
Follow your own route with a Perth Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and discover more of Perth and beyond.
Booking your ride from Perth Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport to central Perth has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Perth. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Perth Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCY to PER in August. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Perth has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 40 kilometres south of Perth, a trip to Rockingham will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.
Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No trip is complete without a visit to Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.
