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Cheapest round-trip
$188
Typical prices: $169-$291
Jetstar
Sun 11/18Tue 11/27
CBR - OOL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$62
Typical prices: $88-$165
Jetstar
Sat 2/10
CBR - OOL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Average duration is 1h 35m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $299 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Canberra to Coolangatta (CBR-OOL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Canberra to Coolangatta

Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 27
Jetstar Logo
3:30 pm - 4:05 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
12:10 pm - 2:50 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 40mnonstop
$188Jetstar
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 27
Jetstar Logo
3:30 pm - 4:05 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
12:10 pm - 2:50 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 40mnonstop
$189Jetstar
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 6:40 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
4h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 2:50 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 40mnonstop
$198Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 4:05 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:05 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
3h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$200Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17
Virgin Australia Logo
6:05 am - 10:40 amCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
5h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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12:10 pm - 2:55 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 45mnonstop
$201Virgin Australia
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17
Virgin Australia Logo
6:05 am - 10:40 amCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
5h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 pm - 2:55 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 45mnonstop
$201Virgin Australia
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 am - 11:15 amCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
7:20 am - 11:35 amOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
3h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$201Virgin Australia
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 4:05 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 2:55 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 45mnonstop
$216Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 am - 11:15 amCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
3:25 pm - 9:35 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
5h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$218Virgin Australia
Wed, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 8
Jetstar Logo
3:30 pm - 4:05 pmCBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mnonstop
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12:10 pm - 2:50 pmOOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 40mnonstop
$221Jetstar
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Price, demand and travel trends for Canberra to Coolangatta flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Canberra to Coolangatta?

Round-trip flights from Canberra to Coolangatta typically range from $169 to $291. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $188, on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Canberra to Coolangatta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Canberra to Coolangatta. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Coolangatta?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Coolangatta at $159 round-trip.
•December ($263) and July ($261) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Canberra to Coolangatta the cheapest?

Flights from Canberra to Coolangatta are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Canberra to Coolangatta flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$62
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Canberra to Coolangatta

When to book flights from Canberra to Coolangatta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Canberra to Coolangatta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Canberra to Coolangatta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Canberra to Coolangatta:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:40 am and lands at 12:15 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:30 pm and lands at 5:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 35m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta.

  • How long is a flight from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    A nonstop flight from Canberra to Coolangatta takes 1h 35m, covering 554 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Canberra to Coolangatta flight?

    Round-trip flights from Canberra to Coolangatta range from $169 to $291, with an average of $222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $169 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Canberra to Coolangatta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 48% above the $222 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $204 round-trip, compared to $299 via a layover through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Canberra to Coolangatta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Canberra to Coolangatta flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Canberra to Coolangatta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $188 to $1,849. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Canberra to Coolangatta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Canberra to Coolangatta are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $116.

  • What car rental options are available at Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL)?

    Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • OCR Car Rentals
    • Alpha
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    Flights from Canberra to Coolangatta usually depart from Canberra (CBR) and arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Canberra to Coolangatta route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 23m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Canberra to Coolangatta pass through?

    Connecting flights from Canberra to Coolangatta most commonly pass through:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 96% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Canberra to Coolangatta. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $198 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $249, a difference of $51.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    2 airlines operate flights between Canberra and Coolangatta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Virgin Australia
    • Jetstar

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Canberra to Coolangatta?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 5h 22m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the time difference between Canberra and Coolangatta?

    Coolangatta is 1 hour behind Canberra (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Canberra to Coolangatta flights?

    Among airlines operating Canberra to Coolangatta flights:

    • Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Canberra to Coolangatta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Canberra to Coolangatta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $198, about $51 less than Friday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Canberra to Coolangatta trip for February. Fares historically average $159 round-trip in that month - typically $104 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Virgin Australia. Over the past three months, 92% of Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to Coolangatta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 23m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport.

    • Kirra Beach Tourist Park

Prefer to fly direct from Canberra to Coolangatta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Canberra Airport to Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Canberra to Coolangatta Gold Coast

Monday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Wednesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Thursday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Friday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sunday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

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Direct returns

Coolangatta Gold Coast to Canberra

Monday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Wednesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Thursday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Friday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sunday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

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