Flights operate between Melbourne (MEL) and Sunshine Coast (MCY).
1 airline operates this route with 6-8 flights daily flights.
Average flight time is 2h 15m - 3h 20m.
Route distance is 908 miles (1461 km).
Route Distance
908 miles (1461 km)
Average Duration
2h 15m - 3h 20m
Airlines Operating This Route
Virgin Australia
Flight Frequency
Daily Flights
6-8 flights
Weekly Flights
46
Typical Departure Time Ranges
Earliest Departure
08:25
Latest Departure
13:20
Route Intelligence Dashboard
Overall Connectivity Score
70
GoodRoute Diversity
1
Direct Routes
Virgin Australia serves 1 destination from MEL
Weekly Frequency
21
Weekly Flights
Trend: Stable
Top 1 Most Frequent Routes - Details
| Route | Weekly Flights | Duration | Distance | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEL → Sunshine Coast (MCY) (MCY) | 21/week | 2h 15m - 3h 20m | 908 km | Moderate |
Flight Schedule & Filters
Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Virgin Australia operates scheduled nonstop flights between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Sunshine Coast (MCY). Virgin Australia operates 6-8 flights daily flights on this route.• Flight Duration: 2h 15m - 3h 20m (average flight time)• Distance: 908 miles (1461 km) (air miles between airports)• Daily Flights: 6-8 flights (scheduled departures per day)
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
AU
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
AU
FLIGHT TIME
2h 15m - 3h 20m
FLIGHT DISTANCE
908 miles (1461 km)
2h 30m - 2h 30m
08:25
13:20
908 miles (1461 km)
July
1 (Show)
46
Virgin Australia Terminal Information & Contact
Departure Terminal - Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Terminal: 3
Phone: 00 61 7 3295 2296
Location: 3, Melbourne, AU
Arrival Terminal - Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Terminal: 1
Phone: 00 61 7 3295 2296
Location: 1, Maroochydore, AU
Virgin Australia Flight Schedule from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast (MCY)
| Flight | Airline | Departure | Arrival | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VA1029 |  Virgin Australia | 08:25 | 09:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA1035 | Virgin Australia | 10:20 | 11:50:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA1041 | Virgin Australia | 13:20 | 14:50:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
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Virgin Australia Terminal Information
Departure Terminal at Melbourne Airport (MEL):
• Terminal : Virgin Australia operates from this terminal
Terminal 3:
• Virgin Australia Terminal Phone: 00 61 7 3295 2296
Arrival Terminal at Sunshine Coast (MCY):
• Terminal : Virgin Australia operates from this terminal
Terminal 1:
• Virgin Australia Terminal Phone: 00 61 7 3295 2296
Virgin Australia Contact Information and Customer Services
Customer Service Phone
+61 7 3295 3000Official Website
virginaustralia.comFrequently Asked Questions
How many Virgin Australia flights operate from Melbourne (MEL) to Maroochydore (MCY)?
Virgin Australia operates 3 flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Maroochydore (MCY).
What city does Maroochydore (MCY) airport serve?
Maroochydore (MCY) airport serves Sunshine Coast, AU.
How long is the Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Maroochydore (MCY)?
The flight duration is approximately 2h 15m - 3h 20m.
What is the distance from Melbourne (MEL) to Maroochydore (MCY)?
The distance is 908 miles (1461 km).
What aircraft does Virgin Australia use on this route?
Virgin Australia uses Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 on this route.
Which other airlines operate on this route?
2 other airlines operate on this route: Jetstar, Qantas.
What are the earliest and latest Virgin Australia flight departure times?
The earliest Virgin Australia flight departs at 08:25 and the latest departs at 13:20.
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