Flying from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Ballina.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BNK to OOL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Many travellers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between BNK and OOL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight is £93. A return fare right now is £174. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BNK to OOL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
78.1% of flights taking off from Ballina Byron Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Ballina to Ballina Byron Airport is approximately 2 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BNK. Whether you have an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Book a hotel close to OOL if you're catching a late Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and discover Gold Coast and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport to central Gold Coast has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Gold Coast. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you'd like to go to Gold Coast during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNK to OOL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Gold Coast. Around 45 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia and is around 95 miles west of Gold Coast. No trip is complete without seeing Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
