Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast is ten hours ahead of Dublin and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Your DUB to OOL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Right now, 442 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.003 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DUB to OOL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DUB to OOL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DUB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
If you're coming in on a late Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near OOL:
Travel at your own speed with a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and see more of Gold Coast and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Dublin 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). Book your flights from Dublin Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to OOL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres north-west of Gold Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast, Toowoomba is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.