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"There's a PowerPoint in the foodcourt through first X-rays."(10 Tips)
"$30 to surfers paradise is a normal price."(6 Tips)
"Hard to find power points, look in the corners near all entrances."(5 Tips)
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Jet AirwaysJuly 16, 2014
Larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing visible from space, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world that you must visit!
JoseOctober 25, 2014
Where all good bucks, hens or white leather shoe convention delegates fly in and out of. Expect tattoos, singlets and thongs and that's just the females.
Andrew MowatAugust 30, 2011
Been here 50+ times
looking for a PowerPoint and a coffee? Grab your coffee from Aromas and try to get the table close to Gate 5. There is a double PowerPoint with one plug free on the southern side of the Gate 6 door.
Nate StiùbhardOctober 6, 2013
Been here 100+ times
With an airside area like a Westfield food court the best place to be is in the VA lounge or Qantas pub. VA lounge is one of the better ones around the country
Michelle MurphyApril 2, 2013
Get here early, I haven't seen a longer line at security at any other airport and they make international travellers go through 2 lots of security
Darren DavisDecember 23, 2016
Gold Coast Airport is quite a way from the tourist hubs. To avoid hefty taxi fares, take the 777 express bus to Broadbeach South then light rail to Surfers or Southport. It runs every 15 minutes.
Stephanie LowSeptember 1, 2014
Anyone is welcome in with a security check! Also, you can bring your own food and even coffee onto the domestic flights.
Tsvetan TsonevJanuary 1, 2013
Use the public transport to the city. It's three times cheaper and much more comfortable than the shuttle!
Swemeatballs .September 21, 2015
Get a Go-card from the tourist info, by the domestic arrivals. Can be used on all public transport including trains to Brisbane
Birger HalfmeierFebruary 2, 2013
If you're planning to use public buses and trains on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane you can buy a Go Card for $5 from the tourist info counter. Off peak Trips are much cheaper than with paper tickets.
QueenslandSeptember 29, 2010
Welcome to the Gold Coast Airport! Previously known as the "Coolangatta Airport" - which is an Aboriginal word meaning "Place of Good View". When you see the beaches, you'll know why! Read more
Leisha CarterJuly 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
All flights (I think, well at least virgin) have stairs to the plane after a walk on the Tarmac. Also have front & back stairs. Waiting areas are more like a food court than a gate.
Ryan HuntJanuary 11, 2013
If you're heading to surfers paradise, there's a public bus out the front number 702. Cheaper than a $70 taxi! Also it's near the taxis so don't follow the signs to "bus"
NonnyMay 7, 2012
Customs are very strict here. Don't forget to declare food!! They'll just check and see if they're ok to bring in or not. Will be fined if you declare "no food" and they find out!
Mohammed ShobaniSeptember 26, 2016
Small airport and weak services.. It closes at 11 p.m. so if you arrived at a late flight and expext shops open good luck!
Suresh KJOctober 26, 2019
There’s more and better dining options after security check. In the food court inside, you have sumo salad with vegan options and also hungry Jack's.
Andrew ChanSeptember 23, 2010
The sheer amount of things to do here will astound you! You won't know where to start, so you probably shouldn't.
Kerwin McKenzieAugust 30, 2014
If you walk out to the main road and take the 740, you will save $1.
Daniel O'ConnorJuly 1, 2018
A parade of humanity, screaming children and families - pumping weekend sunrise at you on tvs and false cheer.
ThomasJanuary 7, 2013
This airport needs expansion. In busy times there are massive line ups for the bathroom, even for the gents.
Emily ClearySeptember 8, 2011
Gold Coast Airport now has FREE Wireless (Wifi) access throughout the terminal!!! Search your device for airport_hotspot
Paul HinojosaDecember 12, 2014
Take Bus 777 to broadbeach station. Then the tram to surfers paradise. Pay from zone 18 to zone 14. 8.60$. It is quick
Kathryn B.December 30, 2018
Good view to go with good Pinot! 🍷🍷 Many ports not working at charging stations. 📱📱 📱
Jaime SplattOctober 27, 2011
Velluto Cafe - opposite gate 9 has stacks of power points under the bench seat..enjoy!
James TranSeptember 1, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Information Desk girls were friendly enough to let me charge the phone behind them on the desk
Dmitry StarkeyJanuary 19, 2015
Good to know that Tiger does not provide accommodation one flight is cancelled. And the airport closes at night. And there might be raining a lot.
Dmitry StarkeyJanuary 19, 2015
$30 to surfers paradise is a normal price. Uber is also available here.
Michael LautersteinJune 14, 2011
Catch the 702 bus for $6.90 leaving from outside the terminal if you are headed to surfers. Very quick service and good value.
Sia AnthopoulosSeptember 24, 2011
If you like plane watching, you will love this airport. There's just a glass window between the gates and the tarmac.
Yulianto Wheatley "July"October 4, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Gold Coast : 1. Shuttler bus 20 dollar maybe easy 2. you cacth bus 702 to surfers paradise :)) cheap cheap cheap
Colin HoganMarch 30, 2014
Big breakfast &9.90 Venuto espresso bar opposite Jetstar check-in great value
Georg Ph. E. H.September 5, 2014
Been here 5+ times
This airport is nice. Bring your friends to the gate or pick them up at the gate ! Amazing
Kylie JayNovember 2, 2014
If you're planning on heading to Byron, be sure to book your transfer in advance
Kenny LeeOctober 28, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Airasia queue will always be long. Do your online check-in to save some time!
Matt JonesAugust 31, 2014
Taxis cost around $55 - $60 to travel between the airport and Surfers Paradise.
Steve GehleSeptember 8, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Uber is now on the Gold Coast! If you have problems with availability, send me a message and I'll hook you up.
Shinta BenildaJune 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
There are Dyson air blade for hand drying in the toilets. Small airport, easy to navigate & no fuss.
Hiral DesaiFebruary 21, 2013
Hard to find power points, look in the corners near all entrances.
Joe RichardsDecember 15, 2010
Hire car: Flyers for cheaper rental car companies near Intl arrivals. Big companies such as Thrifty have better deals online and allow one way drive (drop-off in different place to pick-up)
Maya H.August 19, 2014
The simpleness of the airport very relaxing not hectic.
David Bryan RamosJanuary 24, 2013
Airport not as big as any other Australian Airport but it's not bad. Free wifi everywhere!!
Alexandra WFebruary 7, 2015
Take an umbrella if wet weather is forecast as OOL preserves the old tradition of loading passengers via the tarmac.
Tracey PedersenMay 6, 2013
Arrive very early. At peak times you risk missing your international flight!!
Denis DusterApril 6, 2012
Catch bus 702 from outside. 7.90 AUD for trip to Surfers Paradise. Stops all along the highway
Rhys WilliamsDecember 28, 2011
Get the go card and use the public buses - save 30% off tickets - you can use this to get to the parks
Eddi CoApril 3, 2015
gives you the feeling of a domestic airport. lol
Chris TomkinsDecember 27, 2010
if you need power there are loads of points before you go through security plus one near seats at international arrivals and one near a seat by the baggage carousels.
Mitsuhiro SumiyaOctober 22, 2011
International travelers alert! Don't buy drinks to take on plane after first security. They will take it off you on the redundant second check. Makes no sense.
William K.February 3, 2011
There is a PowerPoint next tho 'jukebox' next to aroma and another where the chocolate factory skill tester is outside gate 3
Ann ByrneSeptember 22, 2011
There are outlets for plugging in chargers along the wall by gate 3.

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