Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 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 Ontario and takes around 31h 40m.

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 Turo and Yesaway, 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 Ontario and takes around 31h 40m.

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 Turo and Yesaway, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (8,235 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,082 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,597 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,991 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,678 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,494 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,610 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,040 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,366 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,964 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $222 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

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Maroochydore/Rovera Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 513 reviews)
$182+
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Nightcap at Northern Grounds
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 919 reviews)
$110+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2618 reviews)
$138+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3190 reviews)
$188+
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Nautilus Mooloolaba
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2195 reviews)
$123+
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Maroochy River Bungalows
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1152 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $35 per day, on average, or $105 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.75 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 $69.05 and $92.06. 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, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $35 per day, on average, or $105 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.75 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 $69.05 and $92.06. 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, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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