Eat, relax & explore before you fly

 

Get the most out of your airport experience. Find dining, lounges, entertainment, and maps all in one place.

 

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Terminal & Sensory Map

Find your way with our terminal maps
Shop & Dine

Shop and Dine

Cafés, shops and eats before takeoff
Lounges

Lounges

Relax and recharge, access for eligible travellers
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Art and Entertainment

Inspiring sights to enjoy along the way

Essential Information

Access must-know details to get you up, up, and away.

Checking-in

Start your journey right – check-in with ease

Pick-up & drop-off

Quick stops, smooth drop-offs

Car rentals

Trusted car hire, ready to roll

GCA Travel Tips

Explore travel tips filled with insider knowledge and clever hacks to kick-start your journey through Gold Coast Airport and beyond.

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Inside GCA

Your Next Trip Could Start at the Checkout!

It’s not every day your almond flat white or last-minute travel essential could score you return flights to New Zealand… but here we are.

To celebrate our brand-new direct Jetstar flights to Hamilton and Dunedin, we’re giving away six return trips to New Zealand throughout June. All you need to do is spend $6 at a participating Gold Coast Airport retailer and enter the draw.*
What to Buy Before You Fly (That Might Win You a Holiday) blog
Inside GCA

What to Buy Before You Fly (That Might Win You a Holiday)

Welcome to the ultimate pre-flight edit.

Think of this as your boarding gate mood board. It's equal parts stylish, snackable and practical. Fuel up, pick up or sprint for that last-minute Nutella cruffin. If it’s $6 or more, it could be your ticket to New Zealand.

One $6+ spend. One uploaded receipt. Six chances to win*.
Luggage Hacks 6 Tips for Easy Packing and Travel
Travel Hacks

Luggage Hacks: 6 Tips for Easy Packing and Travel

Whether you're a seasoned jet-setter or planning your next epic adventure, clever packing can make a world of difference. These six luggage and packing tips will help you breeze through your next journey, from preventing over-packing to ensuring your luggage has a smooth trip.
aboriginal-flag Acknowledgement of Country

Gold Coast Airport respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the cultural landscape on which Gold Coast Airport is situated, the Bundjalung and Yugambeh people, and pays respect to their Elders past, present and future.