Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Gold Coast and Brisbane share the UTC+10 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leave enough time to make your OOL to BNE flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between OOL and BNE:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Canberra Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
$91 is the best price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. A return flight starts at $186. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OOL to BNE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from OOL to BNE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
74.82% of flights taking off from Gold Coast Airport make it to their destination on time.
Gold Coast Airport is about 27 kilometers from central Gold Coast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near OOL. Whether you have an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you're coming in on a late Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BNE:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and discover Brisbane and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Brisbane Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is roughly 21 kilometers from central Brisbane. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Brisbane in April.
When booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OOL to BNE in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brisbane. Around 72 kilometers away to the south-east, top sights here include SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Toowoomba is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 105 kilometers west of Brisbane. No journey is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
