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, Kiki Bar & Eatery (51 Duporth Avenue) and Bottarga Restaurant (1/1 Mundoo Bvd) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in May
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in May
Estimated hotel price
$206
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. 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 EverythingFleet and Alpha, 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. 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 EverythingFleet and Alpha, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,965 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,157 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,897 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (862 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $242 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $424 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 $65 per day, on average, or $391 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 $1.80 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 $21.50 and $28.66. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $65 per day, on average, or $391 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 $1.80 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 $21.50 and $28.66. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$90/day

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