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Gold Coast.$78 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 6, returning Tue, Mar 10.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Sydney on Fri, Mar 6, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Gold Coast on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Gold Coast.$79 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 17, returning Thu, Feb 19.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Sydney on Tue, Feb 17, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Gold Coast on Thu, Feb 19, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Gold Coast.$79 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 4, returning Thu, Dec 11.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Gold Coast on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Gold Coast.$79 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 26, returning Mon, Feb 2.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Sydney on Mon, Jan 26, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Gold Coast on Mon, Feb 2, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Gold Coast.$79 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 27, returning Thu, Jan 29.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Sydney on Tue, Jan 27, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Gold Coast on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Gold Coast.$79 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 27, returning Tue, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Sydney on Fri, Feb 27, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departing from Gold Coast on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Gold Coast.$80 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1, returning Fri, Jul 10.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Gold Coast on Fri, Jul 10, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $80, select.
Gold Coast.$80 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 8, returning Fri, Jun 26.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Sydney on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Gold Coast on Fri, Jun 26, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $80, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Gold Coast

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 March.
Nov
from $101
Dec
from $79
Jan
from $79
Feb
from $79
Mar
from $78
Apr
from $80
May
from $80
Jun
from $80
Jul
from $80
Aug
from $80
Sep
from $80
Oct
from $195

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 found$78
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 22 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week602

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Gold Coast is $78. 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 22 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Gold Coast.
Hawaiian Airlines, Qatar Airways and Qantas fly direct from Sydney to Gold Coast.
There are 602 flights per week flying from Sydney to Gold Coast, as of November 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Gold Coast is usually March.
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 Friday, March 6, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 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, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gold Coast.

Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

  • The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Sydney.

  • Each week, there are 232 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 06:00 Jetstar flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:50 with Jetstar.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to OOL flight.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport. When you're ready to start your Gold Coast vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Australia:

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Jetstar.

  • Jetstar is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to OOL flights, with 76.83% of its services landing on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and OOL include:

    • Canberra Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Avalon Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • At the moment, $35 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $78. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to OOL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from SYD to OOL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • Reserve a hotel near OOL if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gold Coast and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast

  • From Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast is approximately 27 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes.

When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Gold Coast based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to OOL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Gold Coast has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometers north-west of Gold Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, consider Toowoomba, roughly 153 kilometers west of Gold Coast. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are the start of reasons to visit.

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