Title: £232 Cheap Flights from Maroochydore to Ayers Rock (MCY to AYQ) - Expedia.co.uk ![Uluru showing landscape views and desert views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/7d5e69dd-faeb-43f2-ae50-cde289fec6d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/7d5e69dd-faeb-43f2-ae50-cde289fec6d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # £232 Cheap Flights from Maroochydore (MCY) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) [View £232 flight on Fri, 23 Jan 2026](https://expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?trip=oneway&leg1=from:MCY,to:AYQ,departure:23/01/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:231.60&airProductToken=AQqHAQorCNaCARIDNDk0GMzAASCSHiicl4MDMPuXgwM4RkAAWAFqAkNIcgVGWkNIMQoqCNaCARIDODEyGJIeIIxZKO6dgwMwzZ6DAzhGQAFYAWoCQ0hyBUZaQ0gxCiwI1oIBEgQxNjgxGIxZIICGASjyn4MDMLChgwM4SUABWAFqAkNIcgVJWkNIMBIKCAEQARgBKgJWQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) to Ayers Rock, NT (AYQ-Connellan) - ![Virgin Australia](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_VA.svg) Virgin Australia [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:mcy,to:ayq,departure:12/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:ayq,to:mcy,departure:19/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"VA"}}]) - ## Plan, book, fly with confidence - ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* - ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Cheap Flights from Maroochydore (MCY) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £232 for one-way flights and for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Return ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ayers Rock Airport? > Round-trip journeys from Sunshine Coast Airport to Connellan Airport (AYQ) start from . This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Ayers Rock Airport? > We get that life can throw the odd curveball, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033) and follow the instructions. ### How do I find cheap flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Connellan Airport (AYQ) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for MCY to Connellan Airport (AYQ) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from MCY to AYQ? > The flight distance between Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) (MCY) and AYQ (AYQ) is 2,200 kilometres. Work your way through your travel song playlist or finish off your latest read and the trip will zip on by. ### Which airlines fly direct from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ayers Rock Airport? > There are no direct flights, so you'll need to make at least one stop between Sunshine Coast Airport and AYQ. Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. ### Are Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Connellan Airport (AYQ) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight prices fluctuate, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute deals between Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) and AYQ are possible, it's also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers advertise their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to pounce when the fares dip. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Sunshine Coast | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Connellan | | Distance | 2201 km | ## Book with confidence ### Compare flights from Maroochydore to Ayers Rock easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Maroochydore to Ayers Rock. Operating between them flights per day, 8 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Connellan in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Sunshine Coast to Connellan.   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Connellan (AYQ) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Maroochydore to Ayers Rock today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Sunshine Coast to Connellan start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Maroochydore and Ayers Rock - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Maroochydore to Ayers Rock flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Sunshine Coast to Connellan for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. 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