Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Burleigh Heads travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burleigh Heads

With a population of 10,978, Burleigh Heads is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burleigh Heads has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Burleigh Heads

If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurant Labart (8-10 West St) and Mr Hizola’s (1730 Gold Coast Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Burleigh Heads

Burleigh Heads in August
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burleigh Heads in August
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Burleigh Heads

Plane

When flying to Burleigh Heads, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Burleigh Heads from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Burleigh Heads is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 51 miles from Burleigh Heads. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Burleigh Heads, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Burleigh Heads from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Burleigh Heads is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 51 miles from Burleigh Heads. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Burleigh Heads

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Burleigh Heads

KLM
Good (1,492 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,900 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,865 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,302 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,392 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,173 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,907 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,262 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,491 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,925 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,197 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,179 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,000 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Burleigh Heads

Most booked hotels in Burleigh Heads

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Meriton Suites Broadbeach
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4878 reviews)
$119+
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Burleigh on the Beach
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1310 reviews)
$108+
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Dorsett Gold Coast
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2400 reviews)
$117+
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Boardwalk Burleigh Beach - Official
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 840 reviews)
$145+
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The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4315 reviews)
$151+
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Pacific Regis Beachfront Holiday Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 856 reviews)
$169+
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Renting a car in Burleigh Heads

Expect to pay $6.02 per gallon in Burleigh Heads (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $72.23 and $96.30. Compact (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burleigh Heads, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $6.02 per gallon in Burleigh Heads (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $72.23 and $96.30. Compact (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burleigh Heads, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.