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$64+ Cheap flights from Coolangatta (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OOL — MEL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/1711:15 amMEL - OOL
Nonstop2h 05mJetstar
Deal found 12/10$131
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:40 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 12/154:50 pmMEL - OOL
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/10$157
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1312:00 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/178:20 pmMEL - OOL
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$158
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:00 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 12/216:00 pmMEL - OOL
1 stop3h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/10$175
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:10 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/177:45 amMEL - OOL
1 stop3h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/10$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:00 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/411:00 amMEL - OOL
1 stop3h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/11$183
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:10 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 12/1610:10 amMEL - OOL
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/11$186
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:10 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 12/237:00 amMEL - OOL
1 stop3h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$192
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:10 pmOOL - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/38:20 pmMEL - OOL
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/9$203

Find flight deals from Coolangatta to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Coolangatta (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$102
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Jetstar)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$165

Good round-trip deal

$183 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Coolangatta

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 3/26

4:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 3/29

9:15 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$102

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 1/15

9:10 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

9:10 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$131

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 3/26

8:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 3/29

8:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$152

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 3/11

8:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 3/15

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 1/9

8:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 1/13

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 1/7

7:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 3/10

10:20 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 2/18

8:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 2/18

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 2/27

8:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

8:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$161

CoolangattaMelbourne

OOL - MEL

OOLMEL

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 1/16

9:10 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$168

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Compare providers for flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Coolangatta to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Coolangatta-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Coolangatta-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Coolangatta-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Coolangatta-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Coolangatta-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Coolangatta with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport (average of $51). Flying from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $79). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OOL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
490 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Coolangatta, you will be flying from Gold Coast, which is the city’s only airport. Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL) is located 1.8 mi from the center of Coolangatta. There are 37 flights from Gold Coast to Melbourne per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport in just under 2h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Coolangatta and Melbourne Airport is about 825 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $86, was found to be the cheapest airline from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Virgin Australia. Jetstar is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Qatar Airways (69%), Qantas Airways (66%) or IndiGo (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $79. While the most popular route (Coolangatta Gold Coast - Melbourne) can be booked for $109 on average, our data indicates $212 when flying from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Coolangatta to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Coolangatta to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport (average of $51). Flying from Coolangatta to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $79). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Coolangatta to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Coolangatta to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$87Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$126Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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