Travelling from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Gold Coast one hour behind Melbourne.
Each week, there are 13 Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 15:50 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:00 with Jetstar.
To ensure you catch your AVV to OOL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Getting to Gold Coast (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a cinch with Jetstar. This popular carrier has direct flights from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Jetstar.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that offers AVV to OOL flights, with 68.85% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Many travellers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between AVV and OOL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight is £36. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £71. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from AVV to OOL by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from AVV to OOL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AVV touch down on schedule 80.09% of the time.
Central Melbourne to Avalon Airport is approximately 35 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, take a look at Corio Bay Motel. It's a quick drive from AVV.
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gold Coast and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Gold Coast Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is approximately 17 miles from central Gold Coast. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Gold Coast in April.
Before locking in your flight from Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AVV to OOL in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Gold Coast. Around 45 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 95 miles west of Gold Coast, Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.