Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is eight hours ahead of Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your JNB to OOL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the JNB to OOL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
£516 is currently the lowest price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. A return flight starts at £944. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from JNB to OOL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JNB to OOL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and discover Gold Coast and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International 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 faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to OOL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Gold Coast. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
Around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast, Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
