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
$261
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$261
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 6 km 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 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 km 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 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (8,216 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,573 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,066 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,191 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,603 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,477 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,598 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,040 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,895 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,335 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $246 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $461 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 $53 per day, on average, or $369 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

Expect to pay $2.46 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 $29.51 and $39.34. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (MG 5 or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $53 per day, on average, or $369 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

Expect to pay $2.46 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 $29.51 and $39.34. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (MG 5 or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Maroochydore

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$88/day

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SUV

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$133/day

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