What is the best way to travel from Cairns to Gold Coast?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gold Coast from Cairns?
You can get to Gold Coast with just $145 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Jetstar Airways15h 25m06:40 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 6:40:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Jetstar Airways8h 5m06:40 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport2:45 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 6:40:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $158 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
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Virgin Australia6h 5m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:50 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Virgin Australia4h 55m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport8:40 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $203 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Qantas Airways21h 5m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport2:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $468 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 5m
Cheapest Flights Thursday
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Jetstar Airways2h 20m07:50 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:10 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 7:50:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Virgin Australia6h 20m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Virgin Australia7h 45m010:55 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport6:40 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 10:55:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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Qantas Airways21h 5m011:35 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport8:40 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 11:35:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/21/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $706 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 5m
Cheapest Flights Saturday
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/22/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $191 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Jetstar Airways2h 20m02:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport5:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 2:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $359 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Virgin Australia26h 30m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:20 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $412 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 30m
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Virgin Australia11h 20m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport7:10 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $419 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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Qantas Airways23h 10m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport4:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $595 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 10m
Cheapest Flights Monday
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $358 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Jetstar Airways6h 15m03:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 3:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $404 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Virgin Australia6h 5m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:50 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $444 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Virgin Australia25h 40m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:30 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/24/2025 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $453 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 40m
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Qantas Airways23h 10m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport4:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/24/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $637 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 10m
Cheapest Flights Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Cairns to Gold Coast?
You can get to Gold Coast from Cairns in just 2h 15m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Virgin Australia4h 55m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport8:40 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $203 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Virgin Australia6h 5m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:50 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Jetstar Airways8h 5m06:40 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport2:45 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 6:40:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $158 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
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Jetstar Airways15h 25m06:40 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 6:40:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Qantas Airways21h 5m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport2:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/18/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $468 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 5m
Fastest Flights Thursday
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Jetstar Airways2h 20m07:50 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:10 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 7:50:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Virgin Australia6h 20m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Virgin Australia7h 45m010:55 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport6:40 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 10:55:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $320 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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Qantas Airways21h 5m011:35 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport8:40 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/20/2025 11:35:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/21/2025 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $706 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 5m
Fastest Flights Saturday
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/22/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $191 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Jetstar Airways2h 20m02:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport5:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 2:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $359 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Virgin Australia11h 20m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport7:10 AMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $419 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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Qantas Airways23h 10m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport4:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $595 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 10m
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Virgin Australia26h 30m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:20 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/22/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $412 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 30m
Fastest Flights Monday
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Jetstar Airways2h 15m09:45 AMCairns AirportCairns Airport12:00 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 9:45:00 AM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $358 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Virgin Australia6h 5m03:45 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:50 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 3:45:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $444 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Jetstar Airways6h 15m03:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport10:05 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jetstar Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 3:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $404 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Qantas Airways23h 10m05:00 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport4:10 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 5:00:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/24/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $637 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 10m
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Virgin Australia25h 40m07:50 PMCairns AirportCairns Airport9:30 PMGold Coast AirportGold Coast Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 12/23/2025 7:50:00 PM to Gold Coast Airport, Gold Coast Airport (Australia) arriving at 12/24/2025 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $453 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 40m
Fastest Flights Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cairns to Gold Coast
What are the most popular stations in Cairns and Gold Coast?
In Cairns, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Pier Point or City Centre Bus station, while in Gold Coast you will be arriving at Surfers Paradise, Helensvale or Ormeau Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Gold Coast from Cairns? With 5 connections between Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cairns and Gold Coast, you can pay as low as $145 with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Jetstar Airways: you will get to Gold Coast in just 2h 15m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cairns and Gold Coast are Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cairns and Gold Coast is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Edge Hill or to Currumbin, and look at flights from Cairns Airport, and landing at Gold Coast Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cairns to Gold Coast?
The most popular companies between Cairns and Gold Coast, are Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Airlines: Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways
All you need to know when you travel from Cairns to Gold Coast
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cairns to Gold Coast. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cairns to Gold Coast
How can I reach Gold Coast from Cairns?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight, with which you can get to Gold Coast from Cairns.
How far is Gold Coast from Cairns?
The distance between Cairns and Gold Coast is 908.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cairns and Gold Coast?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 39 kgs of CO2, a train 51 kgs, a car 248 kgs, and a flight 360 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cairns to Gold Coast?
You can get to Gold Coast with just $145 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Gold Coast?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Gold Coast in just 2h 15m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.
More routes to Cairns and to Gold Coast
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cairns and to Gold Coast. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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