Flying from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Gold Coast 17 hours ahead of Kelowna.
To ensure you catch your YLW to OOL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
505 € is the best price for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Return flights start at 1.069 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YLW to OOL if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YLW to OOL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
60.54% of flights taking off from Kelowna International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Kelowna to Kelowna International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YLW? If you're boarding an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Consider booking a hotel close to OOL if you have a late Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire to explore Gold Coast and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Gold Coast Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Gold Coast in April.
The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Kelowna International Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YLW to OOL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Gold Coast. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast, Toowoomba is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
