Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SFO and OOL include:
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from SFO to OOL, check whether you need a visa to enter Australia. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport is ₹ 59,434. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 99,587. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from SFO to OOL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flight tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SFO to OOL. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes approximately 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Book a hotel near OOL if you're on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Gold Coast in April.
The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to OOL in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 20ºC then.
More about Gold Coast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Gold Coast right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from SFO to OOL:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. SkyPoint Observation Deck, Southport Magistrates Court and Sanctuary Cove Boats & Cruises are top sights which should be on any well-planned Gold Coast itinerary.
Complete your Gold Coast trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Gold Coast Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Gold Coast stay.