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Gold Coast does not have a typical city centre, it’s more like an urban area along the famous beaches. One of the best-known places is Surfers Paradise, located 22 kilometres / 16.8 miles from the airport. The journey time to Surfers Paradise via the Gold Coast Highway is 35 to 40 minutes.

From OOL Airport to Gold Coast City centre by Taxi

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Public transport

Bus and tram to gold coast.

TransLink’s public buses 777 and 760 run to and from the airport. Bus Route 777 runs four times an hour between 07:00 hours and 19:00 hours. Route 777 takes you to to Broadbeach South light rail station, where you can transfer to the tram G:link (yellow colour). Travel time is 25 to 30 minutes. Trams take passengers to places like Surfers Paradise, Main Beach and Southport. If you want to travel to these places you will need a 2 zone ticket (travelling in zones 5 – 6) which costs 6.30 AUD for a single paper ticket and 4.34 AUD if you are in possession of a go card . The total journey time is approximately 50 minutes. Please consult website TransLink and website G:link for more information.

Bus and train to Brisbane

Bus Route 760 runs two times an hour from Gold Coast Airport to Varsity Lakes railway station, travel time is 30 minutes. Here you can transfer to the train in the direction of Brisbane. A train journey from Varsity Lakes to Brisbane Central Station takes about 75 minutes. For a ride to Varsity Lakes, you only need a 2 zone ticket (travelling in zones 5 – 6) priced at 6.30 AUD. For a ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Brisbane, you will have to buy a 6 zone ticket (travelling in zones 1 – 6). This ticket costs 21.10 AUD for a paper ticket and 14.55 AUD if you have a go card . The total journey time to Brisbane is two hours. Please consult website TransLink for more information.

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Flights from Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold coast airport - airport code: ool, non-stop flights from gold coast (ool).

Gold Coast Airport (IATA: OOL, ICAO: YBCG), also known as Gold Coast Airport, is a medium sized airport in Australia. It is an international airport and serves the area of Gold Coast, Australia. Gold Coast Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 15 destinations in 3 countries.

At present, there are 9 domestic flights from Gold Coast.

The longest flight from Gold Coast OOL is a 2,511 mile (4,041 km) non-stop route to Kuala Lumpur KUL. This direct flight takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes and is operated by AirAsia X.

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Airlines flying from gold coast.

In total there are 6 airlines flying from and to Gold Coast. These carriers are:

Popular destinations from Gold Coast

Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Gold Coast, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.

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Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Gold Coast that require a stopover:

Business class flights from Gold Coast

There are 2 airports that have flights from Gold Coast in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from OOL are listed below:

Intercontinental flights from Gold Coast

The only intercontinental flights operating from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) are between Gold Coast and South-Eastern Asia.

* Please note that there are no direct services between Gold Coast and Europe, the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia or Central Asia.

Non-stop flights from Gold Coast to South-East Asia

International flights from gold coast, flights from gold coast to indonesia.

Denpasar is the only destination in Indonesia with direct flights from Gold Coast. Direct flights to Denpasar are offered by Virgin Australia.

Flights from Gold Coast to Malaysia

In Malaysia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Gold Coast is Kuala Lumpur. Direct flights to Kuala Lumpur are offered by AirAsia X. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in July 2024.

Flights from Gold Coast to New Zealand

There are 4 destinations in New Zealand that have non-stop flights from Gold Coast.

To Auckland and Christchurch , you can fly with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) and Jetstar. All direct flights from Gold Coast to Queenstown and Wellington are operated by Jetstar.

Domestic flights from Gold Coast

Flights from gold coast to australia.

There are several airports within Australia that have domestic flights departing from Gold Coast (9 in total).

Non-stop flights to Adelaide are offered by Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia. The only airline with direct flights to Cairns is Jetstar. You can fly non-stop to Canberra with Jetstar or Virgin Australia. To Hobart and Melbourne , you can fly with Jetstar. From Gold Coast to Melbourne there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld), Regional Express and Virgin Australia. All direct flights from Gold Coast to Newcastle and Perth are operated by Jetstar. From Gold Coast to Sydney there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld), Regional Express and Virgin Australia.

Alternative airports near Gold Coast

Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Gold Coast (OOL). The nearest airports to Gold Coast (OOL) are Ballina (BNK) and Brisbane (BNE).

Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in gold coast.

There are 2 airports in Gold Coast: Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Ballina Airport (BNK).

What is the best airport to fly from Gold Coast?

The most convenient airport to fly from Gold Coast is Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

How many airlines fly from Gold Coast?

There are 6 airlines flying from Gold Coast to 15 airports around the world, as of July 2024.

Which airlines fly from Gold Coast?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas operate most flights from Gold Coast. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.

Which alliances are flying from Gold Coast?

Oneworld and Star Alliance are currently the only two alliances that operate flights from Gold Coast.

How many nonstop flights are there from Gold Coast?

There are roughly 1,568 flights departing from Gold Coast every month (or 364 flights each week), to a total of 15 airports worldwide.

What is the official name of Gold Coast Airport?

The official name of Gold Coast Airport is Gold Coast Airport.

What is the airport code of Gold Coast Airport?

The airport code of Gold Coast Airport is OOL .

What are the most popular flights from Gold Coast?

Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland are the 3 most popular routes from Gold Coast. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Gold Coast, please use our flight map.

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Beryl maps show path and landfall forecast of storm as it reaches Texas

By Cara Tabachnick , Emily Mae Czachor

Updated on: July 8, 2024 / 11:07 PM EDT / CBS News

After hitting Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Beryl  churned across the Gulf of Mexico and made landfall over the middle Texas Gulf Coast as a Category 1 hurricane early Monday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said. Beryl began weakening after making landfall and was downgraded to a tropical depression later Monday.

The storm blew past the Cayman Islands and Jamaica last week, initially making landfall over the island of Carriacou in Grenada while tearing through the Caribbean , strengthening at times to a Category 5 hurricane — the  strongest rating .

What is Beryl's projected path?

The hurricane center issued an update Monday evening saying Beryl was bringing flooding and the risk of tornadoes across portions of eastern Texas, western Louisiana and Arkansas.

As of 8 p.m. EDT, all  tropical storm warnings  and storm surge warnings for Texas had been lifted.

Beryl's eye "will move over eastern Texas today, then move through the Lower Mississippi Valley into the Ohio Valley on Tuesday and Wednesday," the hurricane center said. "Steady weakening is forecast, and Beryl is expected to become a post-tropical cyclone on Tuesday."

"An additional 4 to 8 inches of rainfall with localized amounts of 12 inches is expected across portions of eastern Texas through tonight," the hurricane center said Monday evening. "Considerable flash and urban flooding as well as minor to isolated major river flooding is expected. Heavy rainfall of 3 to 5 inches, with locally higher amounts, is expected across portions of far southeastern Oklahoma, Arkansas, and southern Missouri through Tuesday."

Before reaching the U.S., Beryl made landfall in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula on Friday as a Category 2 hurricane, just northeast of the resort town of Tulum, before weakening to a tropical storm and moving back into the Gulf.

Beryl became the  first hurricane  of the 2024  Atlantic hurricane season  at the end of June and rapidly strengthened. It was the first major hurricane east of the Lesser Antilles on record for June, according to Philip Klotzbach, Colorado State University hurricane researcher.

Brian McNoldy, a tropical meteorology researcher for the University of Miami, told the AP that warm waters fueled Beryl, with ocean heat content in the deep Atlantic the highest on record for this time of year.

Beryl also set records  as the first June hurricane ever to hit Category 4, the farthest east a storm has ever hit Category 4, and the first storm before September to go from tropical depression to major hurricane in under 48 hours, CBS News weather producer David Parkinson reported.

Beryl was also the earliest Category 5 hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic basin and was only the second Category 5 storm recorded in July since 2005, according to the hurricane center.

Brian Dakss, Alex Sundby and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Cara Tabachnick is a news editor at CBSNews.com. Cara began her career on the crime beat at Newsday. She has written for Marie Claire, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal. She reports on justice and human rights issues. Contact her at [email protected]

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Airport Review: Coolangatta/Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

The Gold Coast International Airport designated OOL, ( also known as the Coolangatta Airport ) is located right at the bottom end of the Gold Coast, just off the M1 highway.  UPDATE   The Gold Coast International Airport expansion was opened in November 2022 and this story has been completely rewritten . This copy is retained for a historical perspective. Though part of the airport, including a section of the runway, is in the state of New South Wales, the Passenger Terminal is in Queensland.

The airport is a single story facility catering to domestic flights and a number of international airlines, principally low cost carriers. Work on an extension to the airport is in progress, at the southern end of the existing terminal.

Getting to and from Gold Coast International Airport

There are currently three main methods of getting yourself you the airport and recent reports indicate that the new Gold Coast tram service will include a link to the airport in a future phase. However, construction will not commence until after the Commonwealth Games to be held in Gold Coast in 2018.

By car (self-drive / drop off or collect)

Driving yourself to the Gold Coast airport is not difficult (remember though, to allow extra time during peaks hours) as the routes from the highway and nearly roads are multi lane and are well made. If you are travelling from Brisbane (in the north) or from the south, the M1 highway is the quickest route. This is not a tolled road and the directions are well signposted.

• There is a designated drop-off / pick-up area just outside the check-in area just past the main entrance of the terminal.
• The Taxi Rank is located in the same area as the Bus Stop, just outside the doors to the Domestic Arrival Baggage Collection area.
• Rental car counters are located opposite the Tourist Information counter between the Domestic Arrival Baggage area and the Departure Security entrance.
• If you are returning a rental car, there are large signs directing you to the correct car parking area, but you can do a loop first to drop passengers and luggage and fill up with petrol as there is an internal road which makes this possible without going back on to the highway.

Public Train and Bus

There are two buses servicing the Gold Coast airport.

• Route 777 to Broadbeach Stop and
• Route 760 to Varsity Lakes train station

The Bus Stop is just outside the Domestic Arrivals Baggage Collection area.

Please note that these are public transport buses. At certain times of the day and week may also have a number of other passengers, including school children.

If you decide to catch the train from Brisbane , the first service of the day leaves from Brisbane around 5.30am, arriving at the airport just under two hours later. It’s a short walk to the bus stop for the Bus 760, just outside the station.

You can purchase a single trip ticket for these services, but it is much less expensive to purchase a  Go card (the Translink stored value card), which will allow you to travel on these services as well as trains, buses and City Cat services within Brisbane.

Dedicated bus services

Tourist shuttle to gold coast.

If you are flying into and out of this airport and staying in the area, a Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle ticket may be what you are looking for. The Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle offers door to door transfers  to the Gold Coast Airport and Gold Coast theme parks  by coach with the one ticket.

Airport bus from Brisbane

Although it’s more expensive than the public transport option above, the dedicated Link Transfers Bus Service offers the traveller a number of advantages, especially if you are not staying near a railway station.

• This pre-booked service offers door-to-door service to residential addresses, hotel/motel accommodation, airport and cruise ship terminals.
• If you’re in a group of four or more, they offer discounts for groups of 4 or more. They’ll also carry long items like surfboards.
• If you’re travelling on AirAsia and Scoot flights, either arriving or departing the Gold Coast Airport the schedule is designed to accommodate check-in and arrival times for both airlines.

They do have a comprehensive list of conditions so it’s a good idea to read through their FAQs. The company sometimes runs a Facebook campaign, so like them on Facebook.

Using the Airport facilities and services

Checking-in.

If you arrive with lots of luggage and need a trolley, have your money handy. A trolley will cost you AU$4, paid by feeding your coins into a slot on the stand. You can find trolleys near the domestic arrival area if you come by bus as the bus stop is just outside.

• Please note – you don’t get your money back when you return the trolley.
• There is also a bag wrapping service located opposite the check-in counters.

The check-in counters are located between the Departure Security entrance and the International Arrival area. Although none of the airlines currently offer completely self-service check-in and bag drop, all have bag drop counters for passengers who have used either the self check-in kiosks or done a web check-in.

Make sure you allow plenty of time to complete all formalities. AirAsia does make web check-in available , so make use of this if you want to spend more time with your friends before you pass through security, or sit and enjoy a cup of coffee before you leave.

There is no Transfer facility for arriving passengers to transfer between domestic and International flights (or vice versa). You need to collect your baggage and check in again for your next flight. Make sure you’ve allowed enough time to do this.

Both domestic and international departing passengers, as well as people seeing them off, are able to enter the departure lounge through the security barrier. Queues are often long. This can be an issue for international passengers who still have to complete immigration formalities and a second, more comprehensive security check.

The international security check is located just before Immigration and queues can be long. Be prepared  – allow plenty of time for this.

Passengers will be pleased to know that Immigration Card reader machines are now in place for passport holders of all countries. This speeds the process considerably.

The actual departure lounge is tiny. Two flights leaving together would be one too many. There is a newsstand, a cafe with a long queue for a fresh cuppa and a small duty free shop. The water fountain (so you can fill your water bottle prior to boarding) is located in the corridor to the toilets, beside the news stand. There is usually a queue.

The Tourist Refund counter is beside the duty free shop, opposite Gate 8. If you made a purchase in an outside duty free shop, there is a receipt (docket) verification counter just before you go through Immigration control. During our most recent visit, this counter was not manned. There is a box for you to drop your forms, with instructions, on a table in front of the counter.

This airport does not use aerobridges, so rain or shine, you need to walk to your aircraft. If you have mobility issues, please advise the ground staff when you check-in. If you need assistance, make sure you arrange this before you arrive at the airport. As we are currently in the process of updating this information, please note that these photos are really just a historical record and are no longer in operation.

After entering the arrival area, International passengers must pass first through Immigration. Have your Passenger arrival card completed if it was given to you on board, all passengers must have one, including Australian citizens. You will then have the opportunity to browse through the arrival area Duty Free shop on your way to the baggage collection carousel.

International passengers should note that Australian Customs and Quarantine laws are very strict. Do not ignore the list of items you are not allowed to carry. While the rules on bringing in food have been somewhat relaxed, you must still declare items you are not sure about.

• The officer will check and either give the OK or you will have it taken away.
• Anything containing even traces of milk falls into this category.
• Cut flowers like orchids are usually OK, but anything with seeds or roots is not.
• They only check your bags and will sit beside the bag if they detect food etc.
• Don’t touch or speak to the dog
• It’s better to declare and have it taken than keep quiet and be caught. The penalties are heavy.

Domestic and International passengers exit at opposite ends of the terminal. If you are a domestic passenger, your bags are delivered on to a carousel open to the public so it’s wise to be there waiting when it arrives.

Before you exit

There are counters at both arrival exits where you can purchase Shuttle tickets and get tourist information.

Hire car (rental car) counters are located closer to the domestic arrival area. ATMs (automatic teller machine) are also located close to the Exit doors.

If you are meeting a passenger off a domestic flight you can wait briefly near the Baggage claim area or time your arrival so you can collect them from the Pick-up point outside the International Arrivals doors.

Passengers with bookings on the Link Transfer service should look for the driver holding a signboard as they exit. Turn on your phone and don’t leave the terminal.

Anyone requiring a taxi or public bus, should proceed to the domestic Arrival area. The Bus stop is outside this door.

There’s plenty of parking available at the airport, most within a short walk to the terminal. If you just want to stop, unload and leave, you do get 10 minutes free in the short term park, closest to the terminal, after that, prices range upward of AU$5 per hour.

The least expensive option is AU$16 per day for an uncovered spot in the long-term uncovered area. This is a brisk walk away, though there is a covered walkway.

You will have a number of payment options, but you need to note that there are no manned exit booths. You’ll need to pay at the machine (inside the terminal building), or by credit card at the exit of the car park.

Services and facilities

Even though it’s a small facility, the Gold Coast International Airport has an impressive range of services as it handles both domestic and international flights.

Claiming your tax refund

If you have anything big and bulky, make sure you advise your airline’s staff early, so it can be checked by customs officers before you check it in. You will still need to complete all the other requirements before you depart. Check out the details in our report HERE .

The Tax refund counter is located inside the departure lounge, opposite Gate 8. You need to allow enough time to complete the formalities before you board, remembering that there may be a queue.

Duty free shopping options in Gold Coast International Airport are limited. There’s more available at the Arrival Duty Free shop. They often have offers as well as the availability of small sizes of liquor to make up your ‘full allowance’. Most of the emphasis in both stores was on liquor, which is placed front and centre rather than other consumer items – electronics, cosmetics etc.

Where to eat?

There are a couple of small cafes opposite the check-in counters. However, there are more food options inside the domestic Departure Lounge, with cafe and fast food options available.

There are also plenty of washrooms clearly labelled. They are clean and large enough to cope with the current traffic.

Here’s a handy interactive airport map (UPDATED) to help you locate all the areas mentioned above.

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January 2017. No water fountain. She’d at the bar near gate 6 and they kindly filled my water bottle for me.

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Hi Neil, Thanks for your feedback. If you were travelling domestic (Gate 6 is the last of the domestic gates), you’d probably be right. We were passing through the international departure hall earlier this week and managed to fill our bottles, the water fountain is in the corridor to the toilets, opposite Gate 9.

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Putin Meets Indian Prime Minister in Russia on His First Visit Since Moscow Sent Troops into Ukraine

MOSCOW — India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in Moscow on Monday for a two-day visit , his first since Russia sent troops into Ukraine, complicating the relationship between the longtime partners and pushing Russia closer to India’s rival, China.

Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin at his residence outside Moscow, to be followed by talks at the Kremlin on Tuesday. Modi last traveled to Russia in 2019, when he attended a forum in the far eastern port of Vladivostok and met with Putin. The leaders also saw each other in September 2022 in Uzbekistan, at a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization bloc.

Modi posted photos of his arrival in Moscow on the social media platform X, in both Russian and English, saying he was “looking forward to further deepening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between our nations."

“Stronger ties between our nations will greatly benefit our people,” he wrote, also sharing a picture of himself and Putin hugging.

Later, the two leaders were pictured in videos shared by the Kremlin at Putin's residence, Novo-Ogaryovo, near Moscow.

Putin drove Modi around the grounds in a buggy and showed him his stable with horses. According to state news agencies, the two had earlier watched a horse show with performers in national Russian dress.

Modi thanked Putin on X for hosting him at Novo-Ogaryovo and said he was looking forward to Tuesday's talks which he hoped will “go a long way in further cementing the bonds of friendship between India and Russia.”

Russia has had strong ties with India since the Cold War , and New Delhi’s importance as a key trading partner has grown since the Kremlin sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022. China and India have become key buyers of Russian oil following sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies that shut most Western markets off to Russian exports. India now gets more than 40% of its oil imports from Russia, according to analysts.

Under Modi’s leadership, India has avoided condemning Russia’s military action in Ukraine while emphasizing the need for a peaceful settlement.

The partnership between Moscow and New Delhi has become fraught, however, as Russia has moved closer to China. Modi notably stayed away from last week’s summit in Kazakhstan of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, a security grouping founded by Moscow and Beijing.

Chietigj Bajpaee, senior South Asia research fellow at the U.K.-based Chatham House, said India is increasingly estranged from forums in which Russia and China play a prominent role.

“This is evident in India’s relatively low-key presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization last year, and now the decision by Modi not to attend this year’s summit,” Bajpaee said.

A confrontation in June 2020 along the disputed China-India border dramatically altered their already touchy relationship as rival troops fought with rocks, clubs and fists. At least 20 Indian soldiers and four Chinese soldiers were killed. Tensions have persisted despite talks — and have seeped into how New Delhi looks at Moscow.

“Russia’s relations with China have been a matter of some concern for India in the context of Chinese increased assertiveness in the region,” D. Bala Venkatesh Verma, a former Indian ambassador to Russia, told The Associated Press.

But Modi is expected to seek to continue close relations with Russia, which is also a major defense supplier for India.

With Moscow’s arms industries mostly serving the Russian military in Ukraine, India has been diversifying its defense procurements, buying more from the U.S., Israel, France and Italy.

“Defense cooperation will clearly be a priority area,” Bajpaee said, adding that 60% of India’s military equipment and systems is “still of Russian origin.”

“We’ve seen some delay in the deliveries of spare parts ... following the Russian invasion of Ukraine,” he said. “I believe both countries are due to conclude a military logistics agreement, which would pave the way for more defense exchanges.”

Following an arrest warrant issued in 2023 by the International Criminal Court for his actions in Ukraine, Putin’s foreign travel has been sparse in recent years, so Modi’s trip could help the Russian leader boost his clout.

“We kind of see Putin going on a nostalgia trip — you know, he was in Vietnam, he was in North Korea,” said Theresa Fallon, an analyst at the Center for Russia, Europe, Asia Studies. “In my view, he’s trying to demonstrate that he’s not a vassal to China, that he has options, that Russia is still a great power.”

Alexander Gabuev, head of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, said that Putin’s interactions on the world stage show he “is far from isolated” and that Russia is not a country to be discounted.

Trade development also will figure strongly in the talks, particularly intentions to develop a maritime corridor between India’s major port of Chennai and Vladivostok, the gateway to Russia’s Far East.

India-Russia trade has seen a sharp increase, touching close to $65 billion in the 2023-24 financial year, due to strong energy cooperation, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra told reporters Friday.

Imports from Russia touched $60 billion and exports from India $4 billion in the 2023-24 financial year, Kwatra said. India’s financial year runs from April to March.

He said India was trying to correct the trade imbalance with Russia by increasing its exports. India’s top exports to Russia include drugs and pharmaceutical products, telecom instruments, iron and steel, marine products and machinery.

Its top imports from Russia include crude oil and petroleum products, coal and coke, pearls, precious and semi-precious stones, fertilizer, vegetable oil, gold and silver.

Pathi reported from New Delhi and Heintz from Tallinn, Estonia. Associated Press writer Ashok Sharma in New Delhi contributed to this report.

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Gold Coast Airport Transfers Book Online & Save

Book your airport transfer.

Airport transfers are an easy, cost-effective way to travel to and from the Gold Coast Airport. You can book one-way or return tickets which will take you from the airport direct to your hotel and vice versa, and choose between a shared or private transfer service. As the Gold Coast Airport is located on the border of Queensland and New South Wales in Bilinga (Coolangatta), it's also a good starting point for those wishing to visit Byron Bay or Brisbane. 

Airport & Theme Park Transfers with Con-X-ion

Book your reservation online and experience a hassle-free and reliable airport transfer service. Depending on your destination, you may have the choice of a shared door-to-door airport shuttle service, a transfer to the nearest transit stop to your destination, or a private airport transfer. The cost will vary depending on your chosen transfer option, though expect a private transfer to attract a higher cost. You will be able to view pricing and transport options during the easy online booking process.

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It is recommended that bookings are made at least 48 hours prior to departure. Door-to-door may mean the nearest safety point. Both Domestic and International Arrivals are to make their way to the northern end of the domestic terminal and wait at the Transit Centre Sign until your driver reaches you. All relevant details including pick-up times and contact information will be provided to you in your booking confirmation email.

Are you after Brisbane Airport transfers instead? As a major transport provider throughout South East Queensland, Con-X-ion also provides airport and cruise transfer services to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

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Con-X-ion also provides daily theme park transfer services from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach starting at 8:30am, arriving in Surfers Paradise at approximately 9am. This service has designated pick-up locations and takes passengers to Sea World, Harbour Town, Paradise Country, Wet 'n' Wild, Movie World and Dreamworld.

You can choose to purchase a 3, 5 or 7 day transfer pass or combine both your theme park and airport transfer with the Roo pass! 

Byron Bay transfers

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Enjoy a day out in Byron Bay or the Gold Coast at ease with the convenience of transfers to and from the Gold Coast Airport. With this one way transfer, getting between these two destinations is quick and easy. Offering six greatly timed trips seven days a week you can be certain that you'll find a time that suits your schedule. The shuttle bus is modern, airconditioned and comfortable.

Gold Coast Airport to Surfers Paradise

Taxis & ride share.

Depending on the time of day and the traffic situation, a trip from the Gold Coast Airport to your accommodation in Surfers Paradise will take approximately 30 minutes in a taxi or ride-sharing service. Using the fair estimator online, a taxi will cost you anywhere from $65 - $90 to get to Surfers Paradise. You can book a taxi online or wait at the taxi rank located at the southern end of the terminal (outside the domestic arrivals area). Telephone 131 008. Or you can opt for an Uber or other ride-sharing platform to your accommodation. Pre-booked ride share pick up area is location at the northern end of the airport. 

Rental Cars

Hiring a rental car is one of the best ways to get around the Gold Coast if you are here on holiday. The public transport system on the Goldy is growing and will easily get you to one of the beautiful beaches, but many of the great activities like theme parks, Gold Coast Hinterland and Southern Gold Coast are not well connected... yet! Hire a GPS or use your smartphone to help you get around the Gold Coast and see things in your own time and at your own pace. The roads are in good condition and well-signposted, so you should have no trouble navigating your way around.

You can hire a car from the Coolangatta airport, but we recommend booking your Gold Coast rental car in advance so you don't have to wait so much at the airport. 

Compare prices on a wide variety of vehicles using VroomVroomVroom and get the best deal! You will also have the option to add things like child seats and boosters during the reservation process.

Public Transport Options 

The Gold Coast has an integrated public transport network of buses, trams and trains with Translink. There are currently two options to get you to and from the Gold Coast Airport: 

Bus Route 777 will take you to Broadbeach South tram station where you will be able to transfer to the G:Link light rail and continue through to Surfers Paradise, Main Beach or Southport, or you can connect to another bus service. This bus is available seven days a week from 7am to 7pm, and runs every 15 minutes. The travel time from the Airport to Broadbeach South station is approximately 30 minutes.

Bus Route 760 will take you from the Airport to Varsity Lakes Train Station, where you can connect to any of the stations on the Gold Coast train line , travelling up to Brisbane. This bus departs every 30 minutes, and operates seven days a week from 5am weekdays, or 6am weekends, until 7pm.  The travel time from the Airport to Varsity Lakes station is approximately 30 minutes.

The Gold Coast Light Rail stages 3 and 4 are currently being constructed which will provide travellers with an additional avenue to get from the Gold Coast Airport to Surfers Paradise, and vice versa. 

Please check the Translink Journey Planner for the most up-to-date timetables and route information.

About the Gold Coast Airport

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is an international and domestic airport located in Bilinga (Coolangatta), that welcomes over 420 flights each week from across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and beyond. 

Location : Eastern Ave, Bilinga QLD 4225

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How much does a train ticket from gold coast to brisbane airport cost.

The average train ticket price from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport is $26. The best way to find train tickets from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport?

A train trip between Gold Coast and Brisbane Airport is around 1h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 33m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Gold Coast and Brisbane Airport?

The number of trains from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport?

When taking the train from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport, you can travel comfortably and safely with Airtrain.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $24 for a train ticket from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2024-07-17.

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Train travel tips.

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Brisbane Airport, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Gold Coast and Brisbane Airport, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport.

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The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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GROUND TRANSPORT

The safety and security of our passengers and visitors is our top priority. On-site security measures are regularly monitored and the airport continues to meet stringent security standards set by the Federal Government.

BUSES, TRAINS AND TRAMS

Translink’s integrated network on the Gold Coast includes buses, trains and trams.

•                                                 These Translink bus services will get you to and from the Gold Coast Airport: ‍ Route 777  is a limited stop service, taking you to Broadbeach South tram station, where you can transfer to the G:link tram and travel to Surfers Paradise, Southport or connect to other bus routes. This service runs every 15 minutes from 7:00am to 7:00pm, seven days a week. ‍ Route 760  connects the Gold Coast Airport to Varsity Lakes Train Station, departing half hourly. ‍

Ticket information ‍ All public transport services in South East Queensland, only accept pre-paid tickets. So before you travel you will need to buy a go card (where you pay for each trip) or go explore card (unlimited daily travel). These are sold at the Gold Coast Arrival terminal or you can find go card retailers on the Translink website.

There are frequent trains from Brisbane City (Central station) to Varsity Lakes Train Station with connections via the 760 bus route to the Gold Coast Airport.

To plan your journey visit translink.com.au or call 13 12 30

AIRPORT TRANSFERS

Airport transfers are available for arriving and departing passengers.

Passengers can book transfers at the Con-X-Ion Airport Desk. Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 daily. An E-kiosk is available to take bookings outside these hours.

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The  Car Rental  desks are located opposite the arrivals area.

TAXI AND RIDE SHARE BOOKING

A taxi rank is conveniently located at the southern end of the terminal, outside the international arrivals area (opposite Rydges Hotel).

Please refer to  https://www.13cabs.com.au or https://www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au for bookings, fares and further information.

RIDE SHARE BOOKING

For pre booked customers, the ride share pick up point is located at the northern end of the Terminal, outside the departures area.

The Uber pick up point is conveniently located at the southern end of the terminal, outside the domestic arrivals area.

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