What percentage of Canberra to Gold Coast flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 25.8% of flights from Canberra to Gold Coast were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Canberra to Gold Coast?

The direct flight from Canberra to Gold Coast typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 892 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 3 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Canberra to Gold Coast?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, good prices on flights from Canberra to Gold Coast are considered to be frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find competitive fares for this route. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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Canberra to Gold Coast: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Canberra to Gold Coast, the most affordable time to fly is typically October, with a median fare of just $83. Other budget-friendly options include November, where the median fare is $96, and September, with a median of $105. These months offer the lowest prices for this route.

Fares for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast typically range from $155–$422, with a median of $291. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 25.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey from Canberra to Gold Coast.

A typical journey from Canberra to Gold Coast takes about 1h 35m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 1h 35m. Connecting itineraries typically have a longer median duration of 3h 35m, so factoring in layovers is important when planning your trip.

The distance between Canberra and Gold Coast is 892 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it a convenient route for domestic travel.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Gold Coast

Regular price: A$227 - A$489

Prices for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast is AUD227 to AUD489. The current lowest deal is AUD180 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 23.

now A$180

Low A$227

High A$489

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast is November, with a median price of $93. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $370. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$93

February

Most Expensive

Flights from A$370

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Gold Coast

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$833

A$418

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$731

A$284

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$599

A$298

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$602

A$312

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$703

A$346

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Jetstar

A$308

A$191

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

A$730 → A$283

61%

1 night

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A$716 → A$285

60%

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

A$863 → A$440

49%

2 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 3

A$742 → A$358

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast

Canberra - Gold Coast route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Gold Coast are above the typical level at $42.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $93.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

Direct flights to Gold Coast typically take 1h 35m, while connecting flights average 3h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 74.2% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals from Canberra to Gold Coast appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Gold Coast.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$180

Gold Coast main airports to arrive at

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching the Gold Coast region.

📍 ~19 km from Gold Coast (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$180

Airports nearby Gold Coast used as alternative

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a major international hub with high flight frequency, useful for Gold Coast travelers.

📍 ~90 km from Gold Coast (reachable by car, train); expect traffic congestion on M1.

💸 Flights from ~A$228

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Gold Coast

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Gold Coast

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast is 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $189. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $193. Prices tend to increase significantly when booking 14-27 days out, with an average of $293.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Canberra to Gold Coast is considered to be $155 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $291. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $422 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast are October, November, and September. In October, the median price was $83, while November saw a median of $96. September also offered competitive fares with a median of $105. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $291 for this route.

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Canberra to Gold Coast: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Gold Coast

Regular price: A$227 - A$489

Prices for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast is AUD227 to AUD489. The current lowest deal is AUD180 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 23.

now A$180

Low A$227

High A$489

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$93

February

Most Expensive

Flights from A$370

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Gold Coast

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$833

A$418

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$731

A$284

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$599

A$298

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$602

A$312

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$703

A$346

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Gold Coast

Canberra (CBR) - Gold Coast (OOL)

Jetstar

A$308

A$191

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Canberra to Gold Coast

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

A$730 → A$283

61%

1 night

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A$716 → A$285

60%

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

A$863 → A$440

49%

2 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 3

A$742 → A$358

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Gold Coast