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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Maroochydore has to offer.

Where to Eat in Maroochydore

If you’re looking for affordable options, Goodslice Pizza Napoletana (48 Aerodrome Rd) and Namory Eatery (27-29 Cotton Tree Parade) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$237
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$237
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 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 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 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 (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,143 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,021 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,499 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,063 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,638 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,420 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,435 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,029 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,754 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,306 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $222 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $446 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 $60 per day, on average, or $362 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $2.11 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 $25.26 and $33.68. 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, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $60 per day, on average, or $362 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $2.11 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 $25.26 and $33.68. 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, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Maroochydore

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$59/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$61/day

Intermediate
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