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

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL). It's 420 miles (676 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
OOL
Gold Coast Airport
🇦🇺 Coolangatta (Gold Coast), Australia
Flight Time
1h 20m
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
SYD → OOL
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
420 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
SYD → OOL
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
420 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
SYD → OOL
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
420 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SYD NTL (Newcastle) OOL
Leg 1: 40m (86 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (334 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → NTL
40m · 86 mi
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Leg 2
NTL → OOL
1h 20m · 334 mi
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SYD CBR (Canberra) OOL
Leg 1: 1h (147 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (554 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → CBR
1h · 147 mi
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Leg 2
CBR → OOL
1h 35m · 554 mi
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SYD AVV (Avalon) OOL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (470 mi) Leg 2: 2h (857 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+247% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → AVV
1h 35m · 470 mi
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Leg 2
AVV → OOL
2h · 857 mi
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SYD MEL (Melbourne) OOL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (439 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (825 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+232% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → MEL
1h 35m · 439 mi
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Leg 2
MEL → OOL
2h 5m · 825 mi
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SYD ADL (Adelaide) OOL
Leg 1: 2h 10m (725 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (997 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 328 kg CO₂ (+321% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → ADL
2h 10m · 725 mi
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Leg 2
ADL → OOL
2h 20m · 997 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Coolangatta (Gold Coast) (OOL) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 420 miles (676 km).

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

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

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

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

How far is Sydney from Coolangatta (Gold Coast)?

The flight distance from Sydney to Coolangatta (Gold Coast) 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 Sydney to Coolangatta (Gold Coast)?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 Kingsford Smith International Airport for this flight?

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