Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Gold Coast and Cairns are in the UTC+10 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from OOL to CNS start at 06:40 — the first with Jetstar. The last service of the day is at 16:00 with Jetstar. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport flights.
Your OOL to CNS flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Cairns (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy with Jetstar. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Jetstar.
Jetstar stands out as the most punctual carrier for OOL to CNS flights, with 85.33% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport. Here are the top stopovers between OOL and CNS:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport flight is Rs16,304. A return fare right now is Rs34,535. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from OOL to CNS by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OOL to CNS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of all flights leaving Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to OOL? If you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and chase adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OOL to CNS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Cairns, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, consider Bowen, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are highlights.
