Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Gisborne Airport (GIS): what you need to know
Your OOL to GIS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport. Auckland Airport is a top stopover on the OOL to GIS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
R 5,709 is the lowest price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 17,216. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from OOL to GIS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from OOL to GIS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of the flights that depart from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near OOL? If you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gisborne Airport (GIS)
If you're arriving on a late Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near GIS:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Gisborne Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ezi, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Gisborne and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Gisborne Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to central Gisborne
From Gisborne Airport, Gisborne is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Gisborne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Gisborne Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Gisborne, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OOL to GIS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Gisborne, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Journey around 354 kilometres north-west to Auckland to check off its popular sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in New Zealand, consider Wellington, roughly 402 kilometres south-west of Gisborne. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are key reasons to visit.
