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Cheapest return flight
£138
Typical prices: £143-£231
Jetstar
Mon 15/1Fri 19/1
ADL - OOL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£61
Typical prices: £79-£148
Jetstar
Tue 30/1
ADL - OOL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Jetstar and Virgin Australia. Average duration is 2h 23m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £272 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta (ADL-OOL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Adelaide to Coolangatta

Fri, 15 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:45 - 16:35ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£138Jetstar
Fri, 8 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:45 - 16:35ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£140Jetstar
Fri, 8 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:45 - 16:35ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£142Jetstar
Fri, 5 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 07:50ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£148Jetstar
Sun, 24 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 19:55ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
5h 35m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£159Jetstar
Mon, 5 Apr - Thu, 8 Apr
Jetstar Logo
07:45 - 10:35ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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11:15 - 13:25OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 40mdirect
£161Jetstar
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Jetstar Logo
06:10 - 08:00ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£162Jetstar
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
Jetstar Logo
11:25 - 18:05ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
7h 10m1 stop Melbourne Avalon
Jetstar Logo
11:15 - 13:25OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 40mdirect
£170Jetstar
Tue, 2 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
Jetstar Logo
14:50 - 19:55ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
5h 35m1 stop Melbourne
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08:40 - 11:45OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
2h 35mdirect
£175Jetstar
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
08:50 - 10:45ADL  Adelaide-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 25mdirect
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14:20 - 21:10OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-ADL Adelaide
6h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
£192Virgin Australia
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Adelaide 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 return flight from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

Return flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta typically range from £143 to £231. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £138 on Jetstar.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Coolangatta. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Coolangatta at £141 return.
•November (£227) and December (£216) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta the cheapest?

Flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Adelaide to Coolangatta flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£61
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Adelaide to Coolangatta

When to book flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Adelaide 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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:23
    • Latest: departs at 16:30 and lands at 18:53.

    The flight takes about 2h 23m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta.

  • How long is a flight from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    A direct flight from Adelaide to Coolangatta takes 2h 23m, covering 996 miles.

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

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

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

    Return flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta range from £143 to £231, with an average of £179 over the past 12 months. Anything below £143 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the £179 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £170 return, compared with £272 via a stopover through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £9–£75 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Coolangatta flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £138 to £806. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Adelaide to Coolangatta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £92, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL)?

    Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £28 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    Flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL).

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

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 39m.

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

    Connecting flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta most commonly pass through:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 77% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 23% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £166 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £189, a difference of £23.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Adelaide to Coolangatta?

    2 airlines operate flights between Adelaide and Coolangatta. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Jetstar
    • Virgin Australia

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

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 23m, compared to 8h via Melbourne (MEL).

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

    Among airlines operating Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta flights?

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

    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Adelaide 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £166, about £23 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Coolangatta trip for May. Fares historically average £141 return in that month – typically £87 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Jetstar. Over the past three months, 90% of Jetstar flights from Adelaide to Coolangatta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 39m, 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 Adelaide to Coolangatta?

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

Direct departures

Adelaide to Coolangatta Gold Coast

Monday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Wednesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Thursday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Friday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Sunday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

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Direct returns

Coolangatta Gold Coast to Adelaide

Monday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Wednesday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Thursday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Friday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Sunday

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Virgin Australia

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