Car Rental at Sunshine Coast Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Compact
Hyundai Accent
or similar
$26.64
per day
Intermediate
Hyundai Kona
or similar
$28.26
per day
Standard
MG HS Aut.
or similar
$54.91
per day
Economy
Suzuki Swift
or similar
$58.15
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Full-size
Ford Everest
or similar
$87.21
/ per day
Premium
Toyota Prado
or similar
$143.47
/ per day
Luxury
Audi Q3
or similar
$65.92
/ per day
Minivan
Toyota Hiace
or similar
$68.92
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 16:45 on 2023-03-24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
61
Average car rental price
$66.68 / per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Also known as Sunshine Coast Airport after the town that it serves, this popular beach location serves flights to the rest of Australia as well as New Zealand. Located in Southeast Queensland, the Sunshine Coast provides access to other popular destinations like Brisbane, Surfers Paradise, and the Scenic Rim.
Top international routes
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Auckland
- Adelaide
Main airlines
Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Alliance Airlines, Virgin Australia
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal which is sometimes divided into the domestic and international terminals during the tourist season; regardless, both are part of the same building and can be easily accessed from anywhere in the airport.
Location
The airport is about 6 km (3.7 miles) north of the Sunshine Coast and can be reached in less than ten minutes. Brisbane is about 110 km (68 miles) south of the airport and takes 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $90 per day
- Medium cars - from $62 per day
- Small cars - from $69 per day
- SUVs - from $94 per day
Car rental desks
Enterprise (which also services Alamo rentals) and Europcar have desks in the Arrivals Hall next to the baggage claim area.
East Coast Rental Car Rentals and Abaa Car Rentals are located just outside the airport. East Coast is just a short shuttle ride away. Abaa provides customers with a meet and greet service.
East Coast Rental Car Rentals and Abaa Car Rentals are located just outside the airport. East Coast is just a short shuttle ride away. Abaa provides customers with a meet and greet service.
Services and facilities
Sunshine Coast Airport has all of the services and amenities that one would expect of an airport its size. Including free WiFi access. There is one cafe before security that also has an outdoor seating area. Another cafe, a salad restaurant, and a pub can be found in the departures lounge.
An ATM is conveniently located in the baggage claim area. There is also the Visitor Information Desk nearby where you can get information about traveling in the local area from volunteer tourism ambassadors.
An ATM is conveniently located in the baggage claim area. There is also the Visitor Information Desk nearby where you can get information about traveling in the local area from volunteer tourism ambassadors.
Nearest gas station
The closest gas station to the rental car return is a small BP station located at 694 David Low Way (Highway 6). It requires only a slight detour on the way to the airport. In addition, a 7-Eleven station is located between the airport and the beach at 946 David Low Way but will require a small circle for most. Finally, a little further away is a United station located at 297 David Low Way across the Maroochy River.
Popular one-way rentals
- Brisbane (112 km / 69 mi)
- Gold Coast (190 km / 118 mi)
- Toowoomba (233 km / 145 mi)
Airport info
Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
- IATA: MCY
- ICAO: YBSU
- Name: Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
- Size: Medium Airport
- Distance from city: 3.7 miles / 6 km N of town
- Phone: +61 7 5453 1500
- Email: airport@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Top 20 Locations near Sunshine Coast Airport
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Car Rental in Brisbane Brendale from $54.02 per day80.2 km / 49.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Brisbane Airport from $37.90 per day86.9 km / 54.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Brisbane Domestic Airport (BNET02) from $63.61 per day87.0 km / 54.1 miles away
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Car Rental in Brisbane Ascot from $94.79 per day91.9 km / 57.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Brisbane Fortitude Valley from $89.26 per day95.5 km / 59.3 miles away
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Car Rental in Brisbane Tingalpa from $62.72 per day99.1 km / 61.6 miles away
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Car Rental in Brisbane Rocklea from $39.09 per day106.8 km / 66.4 miles away
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Car Rental in Brisbane Archerfield from $54.02 per day107.4 km / 66.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Hervey Bay Airport from $65.60 per day144.4 km / 89.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport from $41.52 per day156.3 km / 97.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Gold Coast Airport from $35.91 per day178.3 km / 110.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Bundaberg Airport from $52.15 per day204.2 km / 126.9 miles away
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Car Rental at Lismore Airport from $91.47 per day248.2 km / 154.2 miles away
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Car Rental at Ballina Airport from $50.89 per day252.3 km / 156.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Grafton Airport from $91.46 per day351.0 km / 218.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Gladstone Airport from $47.42 per day357.3 km / 222.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Coffs Harbour Airport from $41.13 per day413.3 km / 256.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Rockhampton Airport from $65.90 per day444.9 km / 276.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Moree Airport from $35.43 per day452.2 km / 281.0 miles away
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Car Rental at Armidale Airport from $38.36 per day459.5 km / 285.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Sunshine Coast Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sunshine Coast Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Sunshine Coast Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Sunshine Coast Airport is February when prices for an Economy class start from $33.99. You can see that this is 41% cheaper than the yearly average and 53% cheaper than renting a car in April (when rental prices start at $71.94 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are just average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most frequent rental length at Sunshine Coast Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in January the average rental period is 8 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 6 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest month for car rental at Sunshine Coast Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Sunshine Coast Airport in February, while they are least likely to to rent in in April.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Bargain Car Rentals, Hertz, SIXT, EastCoast Car Rentals, Europcar |
| Popular car categories | Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | $27 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Bargain Car Rentals |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Hyundai Kona | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Nissan X-Trail | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Bargain Car Rentals | Holden Acadia | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Hyundai i30 | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| SIXT | Toyota Yaris | 5 | Small cars | |
| Bargain Car Rentals | MG HS | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
PH
Australia
Toyota Corolla
January 31, 2023
relaxing and food
VG
Australia
Suzuki Swift
December 2, 2022
Our stay at Novotel Sunshine Coast was lovely.
PH
Australia
Holden Acadia
November 15, 2022
Mooloolaba beach was clean and beautiful. Rice Boi cafe at Mooloolaba wharf had great food and drinks. Australia Zoo is a must. Kondililla Falls in the hinterland had good short hiking track with swimming in the waterfall rock pool. The boys enjoyed Ricks Garage American diner. We hired a car so that we could access these destinations.
MA
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
April 21, 2021
Makes the rental process easier!
NN
Australia
Suzuki Swift
November 13, 2019
Very easy access and the car hire is close to the airport - walking distance
AH
Australia
Kia Carnival
November 6, 2019
Noosa is short drive from airport and has weather, beaches and food to make great holiday.
MW
Australia
Toyota Camry
January 10, 2019
Wouldn’t rent through Alamo the gentlemen was very rude because we didn’t book direct through him and picking up the car was a very slow process
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Bargain Car Rentals
9.58 / 10
Lowest rated company
Keddy
8.47 / 10
Total number of reviews
8
Total rental companies
13
Lowest daily price
$26.64
Total cars available
73
Top 13 Suppliers at Sunshine Coast Airport in 2023
+1300729230
Maroochydore Airport Terminal Building, Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$27 - $90
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:30
Tue:07:00-17:30
Wed:07:00-17:30
Thu:07:00-17:30
Fri:07:00-17:30
Sat:07:00-17:30
Sun:07:00-17:30
+610754489827
Sunshine Coast Airport, Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$92 - $92
Working hours
Mon:07:30-20:00
Tue:07:30-20:00
Wed:07:30-20:00
Thu:07:30-20:00
Fri:07:30-20:00
Sat:07:30-17:30
Sun:07:30-20:00
+61754487887
Terminal, Marcoola QLD 4564
$55 - $86
+611800474258 / +61755558908
3/30 Runway Drive, Marcoola, 4564
$28 - $76
Working hours
Mon:08:00-16:00
Tue:08:00-16:00
Wed:08:00-16:00
Thu:08:00-17:30
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-16:00
Sun:08:00-14:00
Thrifty
+61136139
Maroochydore Airport Terminal Building, Marcoola QLD 4564
$58 - $83
Working hours
Mon:07:30-20:00
Tue:07:30-20:00
Wed:07:30-20:00
Thu:07:30-20:00
Fri:07:30-20:00
Sat:07:30-17:30
Sun:07:30-20:00
Alamo
+61754570561 / +61752110208
Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$102 - $125
National
+61754570561 / +610752110208
Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$113 - $153
Budget
0754436555
Terminal Building
Working hours
Mon:06:30-20:30
Tue:06:30-20:30
Wed:06:30-20:30
Thu:06:30-20:30
Fri:06:30-20:30
Sat:06:30-20:30
Sun:06:30-20:30
Avis
0754531999
Terminal Building
$85 - $143
Working hours
Mon:06:30-20:30
Tue:06:30-20:30
Wed:06:30-20:30
Thu:06:30-20:30
Fri:06:30-20:30
Sat:06:30-20:30
Sun:06:30-20:30
Enterprise
+61754570561 / +610752110208
Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$102 - $125
Europcar
+610754489955
Friendship Ave Sunshine Coast Airport, Marcoola QLD 4564
$56 - $87
Working hours
Mon:06:30-20:00
Tue:06:30-20:00
Wed:06:30-20:00
Thu:06:30-20:00
Fri:06:30-20:00
Sat:06:30-20:00
Sun:06:30-20:00
Dollar
+611800501934
Sunshine Coast Airport, Friendship Ave, Marcoola QLD 4564
$99 - $109
Working hours
Mon:07:30-20:00
Tue:07:30-20:00
Wed:07:30-20:00
Thu:07:30-20:00
Fri:07:30-20:00
Sat:07:30-17:30
Sun:07:30-20:00
Keddy
+610754489955
Terminal Building Maroochydore Airport
Working hours
Mon:06:30-20:00
Tue:06:30-20:00
Wed:06:30-20:00
Thu:06:30-20:00
Fri:06:30-20:00
Sat:06:30-20:00
Sun:06:30-20:00
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