Flying from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Gladstone Airport (GLT): what you need to know
Your MCY to GLT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Gladstone Airport (GLT)
Currently, RM1,243 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,176. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from MCY to GLT, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from MCY to GLT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport.
Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Of all flights leaving Sunshine Coast Airport, 72.71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Sunshine Coast Airport from central Sunshine Coast, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MCY? If you've booked an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Gladstone Airport (GLT)
If you're landing on a late Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GLT:
Follow your own route with a Gladstone Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Hertz or Budget and find adventure across Gladstone and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Gladstone Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to central Gladstone
From Gladstone Airport, Gladstone is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Gladstone Airport (GLT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Gladstone in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gladstone Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gladstone, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCY to GLT in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Gladstone has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Gladstone, a trip to Brisbane will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Toowoomba is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 418 kilometres south of Gladstone. No trip is complete without seeing Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
