Traveling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is one hour ahead of Gold Coast.
You can choose from 231 weekly Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 20:50.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your OOL to SYD flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, so jetting off to Sydney (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that operates OOL to SYD flights, with 74.75% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between OOL and SYD:
Canberra Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Avalon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $37 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $76. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OOL to SYD.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of the flights that depart from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is around 17 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near OOL? If you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel near SYD if you're catching a late Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 11 miles from the center of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 63ºF and 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from OOL to SYD in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 41ºF and 66ºF on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 150 miles south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 75 miles north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without dropping by Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
