Direct (nonstop) flights from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney

3 airlines fly nonstop from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's 420 miles (676 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

OOL
Gold Coast Airport
🇦🇺 Coolangatta (Gold Coast), Australia
SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
420 mi
676 km
CO₂/pax
78 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar Qantas Qantas Virgin Australia Virgin Australia

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
OOL → SYD
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
420 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
OOL → SYD
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
420 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
OOL → SYD
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
420 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney with one stop · direct emits 78 kg CO₂ per passenger

OOL NTL (Newcastle) SYD
Leg 1: 1h 23m (334 mi) Leg 2: 40m (86 mi) Total: ~2h 3m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OOL → NTL
1h 23m · 334 mi
View OOL to NTL flights →
Leg 2
NTL → SYD
40m · 86 mi
View NTL to SYD flights →
OOL CBR (Canberra) SYD
Leg 1: 1h 45m (554 mi) Leg 2: 1h (147 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OOL → CBR
1h 45m · 554 mi
View OOL to CBR flights →
Leg 2
CBR → SYD
1h · 147 mi
View CBR to SYD flights →
OOL AVV (Avalon) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 15m (857 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (470 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+247% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OOL → AVV
2h 15m · 857 mi
View OOL to AVV flights →
Leg 2
AVV → SYD
1h 25m · 470 mi
View AVV to SYD flights →
OOL MEL (Melbourne) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 25m (825 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (439 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+232% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OOL → MEL
2h 25m · 825 mi
View OOL to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → SYD
1h 25m · 439 mi
View MEL to SYD flights →
OOL ADL (Adelaide) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 40m (997 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (725 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 328 kg CO₂ (+321% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OOL → ADL
2h 40m · 997 mi
View OOL to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → SYD
1h 50m · 725 mi
View ADL to SYD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) (OOL) to Sydney (SYD) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 420 miles (676 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

How far is Coolangatta (Gold Coast) from Sydney?

The flight distance from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney is 420 miles (676 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

Roughly 78 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 390 km.

Is the return flight from Sydney to Coolangatta (Gold Coast) also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Coolangatta (Gold Coast) to Sydney?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Gold Coast Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.