Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Maroochydore travel guide

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You're Going to Love Maroochydore

Maroochydore is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Maroochydore has to offer.

Where to Eat in Maroochydore

If you’re looking for affordable options, Market Bistro (8 Market Lane) and Bottarga Restaurant (1/1 Mundoo Bvd) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$260
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$260
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Maroochydore

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Maroochydore include Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 56 miles from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of SafeDrive Car Rentals and Big Boy Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Maroochydore include Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 56 miles from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of SafeDrive Car Rentals and Big Boy Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (8,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,159 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,501 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,643 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,109 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,950 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,472 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,452 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,583 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,037 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,808 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,316 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,025 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $227 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $449 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Hiring a car in Maroochydore

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $73 per day, on average, or $513 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $2.39 per litre in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.57 and $38.09. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 28% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $73 per day, on average, or $513 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $2.39 per litre in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.57 and $38.09. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 28% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Maroochydore

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$65/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$65/day

Intermediate
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