Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your OOL to PQQ flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport. Many travellers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between OOL and PQQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
169 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport flight. A return flight starts at 296 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OOL to PQQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OOL to PQQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
When it comes to Gold Coast Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.82% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to OOL? If you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PQQ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Port Macquarie Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Port Macquarie and beyond.
Booking your ride from Port Macquarie Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to central Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Port Macquarie. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Port Macquarie based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Port Macquarie is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Port Macquarie Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from OOL to PQQ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Port Macquarie is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres south-west of Port Macquarie, a trip to Sydney will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 451 kilometres north of Port Macquarie, Brisbane is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
