Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
The timezone in Gold Coast is UTC+10, which is nine hours ahead of Barcelona.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN 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'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Right now, R 9,005 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 26,626. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to OOL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
If you're landing on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near OOL:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Gold Coast in April.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you want to go to Gold Coast during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to OOL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres north-west of Gold Coast, a visit to Brisbane will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, head for Toowoomba, about 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are among the biggest draws.