Cheap Flights from Melbourne (AVV) to Gold Coast (OOL)

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Flight deals from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $165. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast

Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gold Coast.

Melbourne to Gold Coast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$137
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast is $137. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast.
Qantas and Jetstar fly direct from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast.
As of June 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Gold Coast is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport on Saturday, 29 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gold Coast but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gold Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gold Coast.

Flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport is 2 hours.

  • The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Melbourne.

  • Every week, there are six Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport flights. To take off early, go for the 15:50 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:00 with Jetstar.

  • Your AVV to OOL flight won't wait if you're running 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 April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Gold Coast (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a breeze with Jetstar. This popular airline offers direct flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.

  • Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that offers AVV to OOL flights, with 65.57% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney Airport is a popular stop between AVV and OOL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • $60 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. A return flight starts at $137. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from AVV to OOL, reserve your trip two months before your departure.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from AVV to OOL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Avalon Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Melbourne Avalon Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, have a look at Corio Bay Motel. It's a short drive from AVV.

Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Gold Coast in March.

  • The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from AVV to OOL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Gold Coast. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach.

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