Fly private between Maroochydore and Melbourne from US$22,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Maroochydore (MCY) to Melbourne (MEL), and from Melbourne (MEL) back to Maroochydore (MCY).
As the crow flies, Maroochydore to Melbourne is roughly 1,455 kilometres — 904 miles, or 785 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Maroochydore to Melbourne (and Melbourne to Maroochydore) ranges from US$22,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$61,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 13m | 2h 00m – 2h 26m | A$48,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 04m | 1h 52m – 2h 16m | A$67,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 13m | A$48,000 – A$67,000 (~US$31,500 – US$44,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 12m | A$53,000 – A$74,000 (~US$34,500 – US$48,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 07m | A$58,000 – A$81,000 (~US$38,000 – US$53,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 04m | A$67,000 – A$93,000 (~US$43,500 – US$61,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 04m | A$73,000 – A$100,000 (~US$48,000 – US$67,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 07m | A$80,000 – A$110,000 (~US$52,000 – US$73,000) | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Maroochydore–Melbourne, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Maroochydore, Australia: Sunshine Coast Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Maroochydore: Maroochydore (MCY); Melbourne: Essendon Fields (MEB), Melbourne (MBW, MEL), Geelong/Melbourne (AVV).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 03:00 UTC.
Maroochydore→Melbourne runs about 19 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maroochydore → Melbourne | 30 | 143 min | 117 min | Learjet 45 (6), Cessna Citation CJ2 (4), Pilatus PC-12 (4), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (4) |
| Melbourne → Maroochydore | 25 | 124 min | — | Cessna Citation Mustang (5), Pilatus PC-12 (4), Cessna Citation CJ2 (3), Learjet 45 (3) |
55 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Sunshine Coast Airport | Melbourne Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBSU / MCY | YMML / MEL |
| Longest hard runway | 9,186 ft | 11,998 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 15 ft | 434 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Maroochydore to Melbourne can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Sunshine Coast Airport has 9,186 ft and Melbourne Airport 11,998 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,455 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Gympie Airport (4,600 ft, 51 km) · Noosa Airport · Caloundra Airport · Caboolture Airport · Melbourne Essendon Airport (6,302 ft, 9 km) · Melbourne Avalon International Airport (10,000 ft, 52 km) · RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base (4,508 ft, 30 km) · Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (4,380 ft, 41 km)
We publish the price band (US$22,000 – US$61,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Maroochydore–Melbourne comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$22,000 – US$61,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 13m gate to gate across the 1,455 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Maroochydore–Melbourne charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Maroochydore–Melbourne charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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