Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
1 hour 19 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Gold Coast is 1 hour behind Sydney and operates on the UTC+10 timezone.
Flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport start at 06:00 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest flight in the day is the 21:50 option with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 232 weekly services between SYD and OOL.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
An easy trip from SYD to OOL is all it takes to reach Gold Coast, Australia. You'll have a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, including:
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and OOL:
Canberra Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Avalon Airport
For a flight within Australia, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from SYD to OOL, make sure your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport is 17 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 35 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SYD to OOL, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 27 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
If you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near OOL:
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Gold Coast in April.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to OOL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Gold Coast
Start your Gold Coast trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to OOL, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. SkyPoint Observation Deck, Southport Magistrates Court and Sanctuary Cove Boats & Cruises are attractions you won't want to skip in Gold Coast.
Complete your Gold Coast trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Gold Coast Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Gold Coast.