Flying from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Mildura.
To ensure you catch your MQL to OOL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the MQL to OOL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight is 178 €. A return plane ticket right now is 330 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MQL to OOL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
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Handy information about Mildura Airport (MQL)
Mildura Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MQL arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.82% of the time.
To reach Mildura Airport from central Mildura, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MQL:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
If you have a late Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near OOL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gold Coast and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Gold Coast Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
From Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The quietest month for a flight from Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Gold Coast based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Mildura Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you want to explore Gold Coast during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MQL to OOL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is easy to fall in love with, 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 move. Start with leading sights like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. No journey is complete without a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
