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

Where to Eat in Maroochydore

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Rickshaw (Restaurant & Bar) (Shop 1/7 Emporio Pl) and Market Bistro (8 Market Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in February
Estimated hotel price
£105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in February
Estimated hotel price
£105
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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 50m.

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 JUCY , 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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 50m.

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 JUCY , among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,585 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,936 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (513 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,587 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around £99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £181 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

Top Spot Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£82+
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£108+
River Sands Apartments
0 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£99+
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£112+

Hiring a car in Maroochydore

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs £18 per day, on average, or £194 if you want to hire it for 11 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay £0.92 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 £11.03 and £14.70. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Maroochydore, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs £18 per day, on average, or £194 if you want to hire it for 11 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay £0.92 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 £11.03 and £14.70. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Maroochydore, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Maroochydore

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