Travelling from Parkes Airport (PKE) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Gold Coast one hour behind Parkes.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PKE to OOL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to visit a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a well-known stop between PKE and OOL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Parkes Airport (PKE) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Right now, $261 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $531. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PKE to OOL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PKE to OOL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about Parkes Airport (PKE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Parkes Airport, data shows 55.26% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Parkes to Parkes Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
If you have an early flight from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Apartment Bali Style With Pool and Fire Pits. Contractor's Heaven and Entertainer is another convenient accommodation option near PKE.
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OOL if you have a late Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gold Coast and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Gold Coast. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Parkes Airport to Gold Coast Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PKE to OOL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Gold Coast, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey around 72 kilometres north-west to Brisbane to check off its must-visit sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, your itinerary will be busy.
Toowoomba is another standout destination in Australia and is around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. No trip is complete without a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
