LATEST NEWS

Please note, the information contained in these media releases is current at the date of publishing, which is noted on each story.

Warm welcome for returning services

July 10, 2020

Queensland Airports Limited CEO Chris Mills has welcomed the return of the Gold Coast-Adelaide service, which will help to restart part of our visitor economy – allowing South Australian holidaymakers back to the region.

Passenger numbers continue to decline rapidly as border stays shut

June 4, 2020

Gold Coast Airport passenger numbers dropped more than 99 per cent in May, with almost 470,000 fewer visitors and locals coming through the airport last month – as the border closure stayed in place and travel restrictions continued.

130,000 Virtual visitors to the GC for runway gig

May 29, 2020

Images of the gorgeous Gold Coast were beamed around the world today as a one-off concert on the Gold Coast Airport runway was broadcast and streamed live – reminding visitors of what awaits them when the Queensland border is open and travel restrictions ease.

Gold Coast Airport calls for clarity on border reopening

May 20, 2020

Passenger numbers declined significantly across Queensland Airports Limited’s (QAL) four ports in April.

Reduced terminal operating hours

March 31, 2020

The Gold Coast Airport terminal will be open for a reduced number of hours each day from Wednesday 1 April in response to reduced airline flight schedules.

Light rail alignment recommendation welcomed

March 7, 2020

Queensland Airports Limited CEO Chris Mills has welcomed news of the likely light rail alignment along the Gold Coast Highway, which would benefit visitors to the city traveling through Gold Coast Airport, as well as residents.

Airport terminal boost for local contractors

March 6, 2020

TEN local businesses have been engaged to deliver work on Gold Coast Airport’s terminal expansion project since the start of construction – injecting more than $35 million into the local economy.

Plane spotters delight in annual competition

February 17, 2020

Light, cameras, action! Aviation enthusiasts across the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales are encouraged to get snapping for Gold Coast Airport’s annual plane spotting competition.

Love is in the air… claim a selfie and a smooch from our pooch

February 14, 2020

Love was most certainly in the air at Gold Coast Airport today, with therapy dogs Ranji and Gary puckering up to offer hugs and kisses to passengers for Valentine’s Day.

Bumper December for Gold Coast Airport as records tumble

January 28, 2020

Gold Coast Airport closed off 2019 on a high, recording its strongest December passenger numbers on record and its busiest day ever.

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