Travelling from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY).
Sunshine Coast is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Sunshine Coast Airport is located in Sunshine Coast, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to MCY, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to MCY that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and MCY include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to MCY flight:
About Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MCY:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sunshine Coast Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Apex or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sunshine Coast and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to central Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Airport to central Sunshine Coast is about 23 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Right now, ج.م. 26,951 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 51,575. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to MCY. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Los Angeles to MCY.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sunshine Coast based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sunshine Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC. Book your Los Angeles to MCY flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport in July when temperatures are between 11ºC and 20ºC.
More about Sunshine Coast
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Sunshine Coast Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sunshine Coast:
Of course, you'll want to enjoy some sightseeing while visiting Sunshine Coast. Baroon Lookout should be one of the first things on your must-see list.
Explore more of Australia
Sunshine Coast has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Gold Coast is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 161 kilometres south of Sunshine Coast. No trip is complete without dropping by SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pacific Airshow and Pacific Airshow Gold Coast.
