When is the cheapest time of year to fly to the Gold Coast?

You’ll find cheap flights to the Gold Coast during the quieter tourist periods of April to May and August to September. The shoulder seasons are generally the cheapest time to book flights to the Gold Coast; however, deals can be found year-round.

What is the best time of year to book flights to the Gold Coast?

April to June is considered the best time of year to book flights to the Gold Coast. The weather is usually mild but sunny, and airfares are lower during this off-peak period. Travelling during the tail end of winter from July to September can also mean cheaper flights and is before the schoolies end of year celebrations. Whatever your travel dates, you’re more likely to score cheap Gold Coast flights and accommodation if you book in advance.

Which airlines offer direct flights to the Gold Coast?

Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia and Regional Express (Rex) are the main airlines providing direct flights to the Gold Coast. Availability will depend on your departure location. Use our Gold Coast flights search form to find the cheapest fares and airlines for your trip.

Cheap Flights to Gold Coast from Darwin

Compare Cheap Flights from Darwin to Gold Coast, Australia

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Mon 04 Dec	Best Price $857* ONE WAY	$903* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Tue 05 Dec	-	Best Price $829* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Wed 06 Dec	Best Price $922* ONE WAY	$1,137* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Thu 07 Dec	-	Best Price $1,808* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Fri 08 Dec	Best Price $1,001* ONE WAY	$1,513* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Sat 09 Dec	$975* ONE WAY	Best Price $829* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Sun 10 Dec	Best Price $611* ONE WAY	$1,860* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Tue 12 Dec	$978* ONE WAY	Best Price $765* ONE WAY	27 Nov
Wed 13 Dec	Best Price $883* ONE WAY	$1,803* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Thu 14 Dec	$1,367* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,083* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Fri 15 Dec	$1,111* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,083* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Sat 16 Dec	Best Price $1,158* ONE WAY	$1,860* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Sun 17 Dec	$1,247* ONE WAY	Best Price $977* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Mon 18 Dec	Best Price $1,137* ONE WAY	$1,230* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Tue 19 Dec	$1,358* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,268* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Wed 20 Dec	$1,419* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,230* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Thu 21 Dec	$1,460* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,110* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Fri 22 Dec	$1,511* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,205* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Sat 23 Dec	$1,439* ONE WAY	Best Price $1,374* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Sun 24 Dec	$1,153* ONE WAY	Best Price $950* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Mon 25 Dec	$956* ONE WAY	Best Price $714* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Tue 26 Dec	Best Price $885* ONE WAY	$903* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Wed 27 Dec	$926* ONE WAY	Best Price $867* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Thu 28 Dec	Best Price $786* ONE WAY	$808* ONE WAY	01 Dec
Fri 29 Dec	Best Price $714* ONE WAY	$808* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Sat 30 Dec	Best Price $673* ONE WAY	$820* ONE WAY	02 Dec
Sun 31 Dec	Best Price $570* ONE WAY	$640* ONE WAY	29 Nov

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Tue 05 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$829 $829 ONE WAY
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Fri 08 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$1,001 $1,001 ONE WAY
Sat 09 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$829 $829 ONE WAY
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Tue 12 Dec Updated on 27 Nov	$765 $765 ONE WAY
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Sat 16 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$1,158 $1,158 ONE WAY
Sun 17 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$977 $977 ONE WAY
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Tue 19 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$1,268 $1,268 ONE WAY
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Fri 22 Dec Updated on 02 Dec	$1,205 $1,205 ONE WAY
Sat 23 Dec Updated on 02 Dec	$1,374 $1,374 ONE WAY
Sun 24 Dec Updated on 02 Dec	$950 $950 ONE WAY
Mon 25 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$714 $714 ONE WAY
Tue 26 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$885 $885 ONE WAY
Wed 27 Dec Updated on 01 Dec	$867 $867 ONE WAY
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Fri 29 Dec Updated on 02 Dec	$714 $714 ONE WAY
Sat 30 Dec Updated on 02 Dec	$673 $673 ONE WAY
Sun 31 Dec Updated on 29 Nov	$570 $570 ONE WAY

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Cheapest one-way price for the current month	from $570*
Cheapest one-way price over next 6 months	from $280*
Cheapest month	May 2024
Most expensive month	May 2024
Average flight time	6h 30m

Gold Coast Guide

Best Things to Do on Weekends

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Market

This popular market is held several nights each week along the Surfers Paradise Esplanade. Visit the Beachfront Market on Friday or Sunday night following your Darwin to Gold Coast flights. More than 100 market stalls, as well as a line-up of live entertainment, make up this Gold Coast favourite. Grab some food after your flights Darwin to Gold Coast, then spend some time browsing the stalls of clothing, jewellery, local crafts and homewares.

Try a new water sport

Known for its sprawling beaches, the Gold Coast is the perfect place to get out on the water. There are a variety of water sports to try after your flights Darwin to Gold Coast. Look to any of the kiosks along the main streets or foreshore to rent a paddle board, kayak, or surfboard for a few hours. You’ll also have opportunities to take a lesson in one of these sports following your cheap flights to Gold Coast from Darwin.

Miami Marketta

If you’re looking for some great food and entertainment on Friday or Saturday night, pay a visit to the Miami Marketta following your cheap flights Darwin to Gold Coast. This popular event features 25 food stalls from all different cultural backgrounds. In addition to getting some great food, there is always live music to experience. This weekend market is held in the Miami neighbourhood of the Gold Coast, south of the city centre.

Take a day trip to South Stradbroke Island

This sand island makes up the northern edge of the Gold Coast. When you have tickets to Gold Coast from Darwin, South Stradbroke Island offers a unique experience to the mainland. There are no cars and fewer tourists than central Gold Coast, allowing for a quiet and natural environment. In order to reach the island after your Darwin to Gold Coast flights, catch a ferry or water taxi from the Gold Coast neighbourhood of Southport. While visiting South Stradbroke Island following your Darwin to Gold Coast flights, relax on the island’s sprawling beaches, paddle board on the Moondarewa Bay, and observe the diverse wildlife.

Packing Tips for Darwin to Gold Coast Flights

If you book Darwin to Gold Coast return flights in the summer, prepare for heat and lots of sunshine. If you visit at this time of year, pack warm weather clothing, such as shorts, lightweight dresses, sandals, a hat, swimsuits, and sunglasses. You will also need plenty of waterproof sunscreen to protect yourself from the bright sun of the Gold Coast.

If you book cheap flights to Gold Coast from Darwin in the winter, temperatures will still be pleasant but less humid. Pack shorts, t-shirts, dresses, and sunglasses to wear during the day. At night, temperatures cool down to about 14°C, so make sure to pack some jeans and a light jacket for those more temperate evenings.

There are some great hiking opportunities to enjoy after your flights Darwin to Gold Coast. Whether you visit in the summer or winter, pack some sturdy shoes that you can wear while enjoying hiking through the rainforest or along the rugged shores of Burleigh Heads.

The Cost of Visiting

After booking your Darwin to Gold Coast flights, you can also book your accommodation through Webjet. There are a variety of hotels around the Gold Coast that range from budget-friendly to high-end. On average, a hotel room in a central neighbourhood will cost about $200 AUD per night. If you head a bit further out of Surfers Paradise after your flights Darwin to Gold Coast, you’re most likely to find a bargain.

Public transport is a great way to explore the central neighbourhoods of the Gold Coast; however, if you plan to take any day trips out of the city, a rental car is a good idea. You can book a rental car through Webjet to pick up at Gold Coast Airport (OOL) once your cheap flights Darwin to Gold Coast arrive. Rental cars are available from several providers and start at about $45 AUD per day.

The rest of your holiday expenses will likely fall into the category of food and entertainment. When you get a meal from a casual restaurant following your cheap flights to Gold Coast from Darwin, plan to pay about $20 AUD. A cappuccino from a local cafe will cost about $4.50 AUD, and a beer or a glass of wine in the city centre costs about $8 AUD. One of the most popular activities for visitors with flights Darwin to Gold Coast is the city’s amusement parks. If you plan to visit several parks, purchase a pass to save money. For $150 AUD, you can purchase a 12-month long pass offering unlimited visits to Movie World, Sea World, Wet n Wild, and Paradise Country.

Flights from Darwin to Gold Coast