Flying from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Gold Coast three hours behind New Plymouth.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NPL to OOL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NPL and OOL:
Wellington International Airport
Auckland Airport
Christchurch International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
R 5,212 is the best price for a one-way New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,679. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from NPL to OOL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from NPL to OOL.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
69.14% of flights taking off from New Plymouth Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to New Plymouth Airport from central New Plymouth, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to NPL:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
If you have a late New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near OOL:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
From Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The quietest month for a flight from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Gold Coast based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Gold Coast Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gold Coast, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NPL 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 has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres north-west of Gold Coast, a trip to Brisbane will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, head for Toowoomba, about 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are key reasons to visit.
