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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Sunshine Coast Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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MCY Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Sunshine Coast Airport.
What to Expect
The small terminal at Sunshine Coast Airport (code: MCY) is divided into domestic and international areas. Amenities include four eateries, two shops, a newsstand, and free Wi-Fi.
Sleeping in Sunshine Coast Airport
Due to limited operating hours, overnight stays are not possible. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Sunshine Coast Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open from 4:15 AM until one hour after the last flight, Monday through Friday. It opens at 5:15 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Overnight stays are not permitted.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Sunshine Coast Airport:
- Sunshine Coast Airport Motel – Budget motel. Approx. 2 minutes by car. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach – Mid-range beachfront hotel. Approx. 3 minutes by car. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Sunshine Coast Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
At the time of this update, pay-per-use lounges were not available. If this information is incorrect, click here to update this airport guide.
Drinking Water
Water fountains are available landside and airside.
Food & Drinks
Food concessions operate on varying schedules and are not available 24 hours. Options include Swell Cafe, Sushi Sushi, Sumo Salad, and The Glasshouse Bar.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Charging points are available in some seating areas. One traveller reported outlets next to Swell Cafe in the departures food court (airside). (September 2023)
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available in the Sunshine Coast Airport.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply. Locations: Departures Lounge near the News Travels shop and Arrivals near the baggage carousels.
- Baby Care Facilities – Parents’ rooms are available at both ends of the terminal. Facilities include diaper changing stations, microwaves, restrooms, and seating for nursing.
- Baggage Trolleys – Available free of charge.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Limited shopping, including two clothing stores and a News Travels shop selling newspapers, gifts, and souvenirs.
- Information Desk – A staffed Visitor Information Desk is available in Arrivals.
- Observation Area – Public observation area available.
- Passenger Assistance – Assistance is available via white service phones in Departures and Arrivals, or call buttons on parking machines and ticket dispensers.
- Postal Services – Mailbox located outside the departures entrance, near Virgin check-in.
Bus
Some Translink public buses stop at the airport en route. The bus stop is to the right of the Arrivals Hall. For more information regarding routes, schedules and fares, visit the Translink website.
Car Rentals
These car rental agencies offer service on-site in the Arrivals Hall: Avis • Bargain Car Rental • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Shared-Ride Shuttles
Con-X-ion offers door-to-door pick-up and drop-off shuttle services throughout the Sunshine Coast region.
Taxis
Metered taxis are available for hire at the taxi rank in front of the Arrivals Hall. Note: An additional AUD 3.00 is added to all fares when taxis pick up passengers from the airport.
Last updated: 2026-03-27
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.