Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Maroochydore travel guide

Maroochydore Tourism | Maroochydore Guide

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 3 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
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$131
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 center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Turo, 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 center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,569 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,207 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,064 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,564 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,590 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,471 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,595 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,046 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,881 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $137 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $269 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

Loea Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 933 reviews)
$158+
Excellsior
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1215 reviews)
$117+
Beachside Mooloolaba
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 689 reviews)
$139+
Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2470 reviews)
$135+
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3172 reviews)
$182+
Wunpalm Motel & Cabins - Late check-in available
3 stars
Good (7.9, 574 reviews)
$116+

Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $33 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.49 per gallon in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $33 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.49 per gallon in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.