Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
The timezone in Fukuoka is UTC+9, which is one hour behind Gold Coast.
Give yourself enough time to make your OOL to FUK flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight is R 6,291. A return ticket right now is R 20,209. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OOL to FUK, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of the departures from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
If you have a late Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near FUK:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and explore beyond Fukuoka's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fukuoka Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
The address for FUK is 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Fukuoka Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Fukuoka. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Fukuoka. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Fukuoka Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Fukuoka, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to FUK in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Fukuoka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres east of Fukuoka, a visit to Osaka will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Kobe is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 451 kilometres east of Fukuoka. No trip is complete without dropping by Kobe Seabus Fantasy, Keikoin and Kagawa Prefecture Fisheries Cooperative Federation Osaka Branch Sales Division.
