Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is ten hours ahead of Glasgow.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your GLA to OOL flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Right now, $1,023 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,594. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from GLA to OOL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near GLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Grab a Gold Coast Airport rental car and discover Gold Coast and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week before you set off.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Gold Coast in April.
Before locking in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to OOL in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Gold Coast, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey around 72 kilometres north-west to Brisbane to tick off its leading sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. No journey is complete without a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.