Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Gold Coast (OOL)

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Sydney to Gold Coast Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Gold Coast (OOL)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Sydney to Gold Coast flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SYD to OOL routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Sydney to Gold Coast Information

Traveling From
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Origin Airport
Sydney
Origin Airport IATA Code
SYD
Traveling To
Coolangatta
Destination Airport
Gold Coast
Destination Airport IATA Code
OOL
Number of Airlines Serving
16
Average Flight Time
1 hours 22 mins
Direct Flight Time
1 hours 20 mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Sydney Airport to OOL?
Generally, the flight time from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport is a short and sweet 1 hour and 20 minutes. Grab that seat, strap yourself in and leave the real world scratching its head, wondering where the hell you’ve disappeared to.
What airlines fly direct from Mascot Airport to Coolangatta Airport (OOL)?
You can avoid the drama of racing to make your connecting flight when jetting from Sydney to Gold Coast. A number of airlines advertise nonstop flights. Check out Virgin Australia and Jetstar to get you started.
How many flights are there from Mascot Airport to Coolangatta Airport (OOL)?
Hear that? It’s the beautiful sound of your plane taking off to Gold Coast. All you need to do is choose a seat on one of the 28 flights that operate daily from SYD to Gold Coast Airport.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Coolangatta (Gold Coast) QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
OOL
Longitude:
153.513137
Latitude:
-28.166164
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Sydney to Gold Coast Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Gold Coast, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from SYD to OOL. With heaps of cheap fares from Sydney, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Gold Coast from Sydney  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Gold Coast from Sydney from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Gold Coast in just 1 hour(s) and 20 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Gold Coast from Sydney 

Choose from 68 flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Sydney to Gold Coast today!  

Find cheap airfares to Gold Coast from Sydney 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Sydney and Gold Coast
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Sydney to Gold Coast

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
2 out of 5
230 Coolangatta Road, Gold Coast, Bilinga, QLD
The price is NZ$93 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$93
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden.
7.6/10 Good! (158 reviews)
"Clean amenities and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
Rydges Gold Coast Airport
Rydges Gold Coast Airport
4 out of 5
Lot 5, Terminal Drive, Bilinga, Bilinga, QLD
The price is NZ$273 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$273
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
would stay again
"I was worried when we saw how close it was to the airport about hearing planes but we did not hear a single thing,, slept all night. Close to where we needed to go and easy to get to. Walk in shower excellent size"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Rydges Gold Coast Airport
Greenmount Beach House
Greenmount Beach House
3 out of 5
3 Hill Street, Coolangatta, QLD
The price is NZ$162 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$162
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff and reception was lovely went the extra with daily room service, bed made up clean towels, coffee etc. Property is very 70s in need of up grade, but that can be overlooked as very clean and friendly. Close to shops"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Greenmount Beach House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.