Travelling from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast is three hours behind Hamilton and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your HLZ to OOL flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
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 Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Many passengers pass through Wellington International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
£62 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. A return flight starts from £189. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HLZ to OOL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HLZ to OOL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)
Of the departures from Hamilton International Airport, 72.87% arrive on time at their destination.
Hamilton International Airport is about 10 miles from central Hamilton. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HLZ:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is roughly 17 miles from the centre of Gold Coast. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Gold Coast in April.
The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Hamilton International Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HLZ to OOL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Gold Coast. Around 45 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Toowoomba is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 95 miles west of Gold Coast. No trip is complete without a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.