Caloundra travel guide
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You're Going to Love Caloundra
With a population of 38 706, Caloundra is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.
Where to Eat in Caloundra
If you’re looking for affordable options, Tides Waterfront Dining (1/26 Esplande) and The Events Centre - Stage Door Cafe (20 Minchinton St) are great picks.
When to visit Caloundra
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Caloundra in January, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 15 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 200 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Caloundra, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Caloundra
Plane
When flying to Caloundra, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Caloundra from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 12h 35m.
Car
Another option to get to Caloundra is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 74 km from Caloundra. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Brisbane.
Airlines serving Caloundra
Where to stay in Caloundra
Average rates range from around S$ 143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 270 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Caloundra
Most booked hotels in Caloundra
Hiring a car in Caloundra
Expect to pay S$ 1.60 per litre in Caloundra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 19.15 and S$ 25.54. The most frequently booked car type in Caloundra is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.