Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Gold Coast eight hours ahead of Cape Town.
To ensure you get on your CPT to OOL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight is £744. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £918. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from CPT to OOL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CPT to OOL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from CPT.
Cape Town International Airport is around 12 miles from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Book a hotel close to OOL if you're taking a late Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and explore beyond Gold Coast's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Gold Coast Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport to the centre of Gold Coast has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Gold Coast based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to OOL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 45 miles north-west of Gold Coast, a trip to Brisbane will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like 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.
