Cheap Flights from Sydney to Gold Coast

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Gold Coast flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Sydney to Gold Coast

Sydney to Gold Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Gold Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gold Coast.

Sydney to Gold Coast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found35 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week536

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Gold Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Gold Coast is 35 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Gold Coast.
Etihad Airways, Qantas and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Sydney to Gold Coast.
As of February 2025, there are 536 flights per week flying from Sydney to Gold Coast.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Gold Coast is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Gold Coast Airport on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gold Coast but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gold Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gold Coast.

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.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from SYD to OOL every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

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.

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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.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.