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Find a top car hire at Sunshine Coast Airport today

Sunshine Coast Airport

Explore Queensland’s northern beaches and hinterland when you arrive at the Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) in Maroochydore. Sunshine Coast Airport is located in Marcoola, a 15 minute drive from Maroochydore or a 30 minute drive from Noosa, and the airport is approximately 90 km to the north of Brisbane. VroomVroomVroom makes searching, comparing, and booking a hire car from Australia’s leading brands easy.

Quick facts on hiring a car at Sunshine Coast Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport, Ute and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsNine car rental depots at Sunshine Coast Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Enterprise, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Upcoming car rental rates at Sunshine Coast Airport*

Economy Car
Economy Car

Starts at AUD $54/day
From December 04, 2023 to December 09, 2023
Compact Car
Compact Car

Starts at AUD $54/day
From December 04, 2023 to December 09, 2023
Intermediate SUV
Intermediate SUV

Starts at AUD $58/day
From December 04, 2023 to December 09, 2023
Passenger Van
Passenger Van

Starts at AUD $89/day
From December 04, 2023 to December 07, 2023

*Rates last updated on December 01, 2023 Rental rate prices displayed were available in response to a search at 7:04 am on December 01, 2023 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

Car rental depots at Sunshine Coast Airport

Please note that the depot hours below may change at any time without notice.

Alamo Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 16:00
  • sat - sun
    07:30 - 14:00
Avis Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • monday
    07:00 - 22:45
  • tuesday
    07:00 - 21:30
  • wednesday
    07:00 - 22:30
  • thursday
    07:00 - 21:15
  • friday
    07:00 - 22:45
  • saturday
    07:00 - 23:00
  • sunday
    07:00 - 21:15
Budget Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • monday
    07:00 - 22:45
  • tuesday
    07:00 - 21:30
  • wednesday
    07:00 - 23:00
  • thursday
    07:00 - 21:15
  • friday
    07:00 - 22:45
  • saturday
    07:00 - 23:00
  • sunday
    07:00 - 21:15
Dollar Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - wed
    07:30 - 21:00
  • thursday
    05:00 - 21:00
  • fri - sat
    07:30 - 21:00
  • sunday
    05:00 - 21:00
East Coast Sunshine Coast * 30 Runway Dr
  • mon - wed
    08:00 - 16:00
  • thursday
    08:00 - 17:30
  • friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  • saturday
    08:00 - 16:00
  • sunday
    08:00 - 14:00
Enterprise Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - fri
    07:00 - 16:00
  • sat - sun
    07:30 - 14:00
Hertz Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - wed
    07:30 - 21:00
  • thursday
    05:00 - 21:00
  • fri - sat
    07:30 - 21:00
  • sunday
    05:00 - 21:00
Sixt Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    07:00 - 21:30
Thrifty Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Building
  • mon - sun
    06:30 - 19:30
*East Coast is an off-airport provider, meaning a complimentary shuttle bus will take you directly from the terminal to their site.

Picking up a rental car at Sunshine Coast Airport

There is one terminal and a selection of on-site car rental brands to select from at Sunshine Coast Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Sunshine Coast Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

Sunshine Coast Airport orientation: Terminals

The Sunshine Coast Airport has a single terminal, serving both domestic and international flights. Air New Zealand, Bonza, Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia all have flights using the airport.

Domestic and International Terminal

Where are the on-airport hire car desks?

The on-airport hire car desks are located near the arrivals hall in the airport terminal.

Where are the on-airport hire cars parked?

The on-airport hire cars are parked outside the arrivals hall in the airport parking lot.

Where are the off-airport hire cars?

If you booked with an off-airport hire car provider, you’ll need to catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

What should I do if the car hire desk is unattended?

Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

Dropping off a hire car at Sunshine Coast Airport

Domestic and International Terminal

Returning an on-airport hire car

Follow the sign to the car rental returns car park at Sunshine Coast Airport.

Returning an off-airport rental car

Return the vehicle to the depot where you picked up the rental car.

The information on this section was last reviewed on June 28, 2023.


Frequently asked questions for Sunshine Coast Airport car hire

How much does it cost to hire a car at Sunshine Coast Airport?

Prices start at AUD $54 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $263 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Sunshine Coast Airport.

How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Sunshine Coast Airport?

If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $61 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Sunshine Coast Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Sunshine Coast Airport?

If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between AUD $89 and AUD $295 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Sunshine Coast Airport.

What is the highest-rated hire car at Sunshine Coast Airport?

The highest-rated rental car at Sunshine Coast Airport is Hyundai Elantra or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Sunshine Coast Airport?

Alamo is the highest-rated car hire provider at Sunshine Coast Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

Where is the nearest petrol station to refuel the car at Sunshine Coast Airport?

There are plenty of petrol stations near Sunshine Coast Airport, including the BP at 185 Maroochydore Road, which is open 24 hours daily. You can also use the Vroom Fuel Price Compare app to search for the best fuel prices while in QLD.

What our customers say

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