Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Avalon Airport (AVV): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne one hour ahead of Gold Coast.
Each week, there are 13 Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 13:00 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 13:10 with Jetstar.
Leave enough time to catch your OOL to AVV flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar is your gateway to exploring Melbourne (and perhaps some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travelers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that operates OOL to AVV flights, with 78.69% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)
$42 is the lowest price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport flight. Return flights start at $84. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book six months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from OOL to AVV.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from OOL to AVV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Gold Coast Airport is about 17 miles from central Gold Coast. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near OOL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Avalon Airport (AVV)
Consider a stay at Corio Bay Motel after arriving from your Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport flight. It's a quick drive from AVV and a handy option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car rental and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Avalon Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Avalon Airport (AVV) to central Melbourne
Avalon Airport is roughly 35 miles from central Melbourne. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Avalon Airport (AVV)
April is the most popular month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Melbourne in May.
Book your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 84ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from OOL to AVV in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 39ºF and 55ºF on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 290 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, head for Geelong, about 40 miles south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are highlights.