$96 Cheap Virgin Australia flights Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL)

Use the “Price (lowest to highest)” filter on Expedia to look for cheap Virgin Australia return flights from $156 from MEL to OOL. Affordable one-way tickets from $96 are also on offer.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Browse for one-way or return flights to Gold Coast in May or April. You could find cheaper fares with Virgin Australia during these off-peak travel months.

For cheap Virgin Australia fares from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Coolangatta Airport (OOL), start searching one to three months before your intended departure. Reserving domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also influence the overall price. Sunday is generally the cheapest, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by booking your journey on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

Depart on one of Virgin Australia’s 56 direct weekly flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Coolangatta Airport (OOL). To see what’s available, enter your dates, destination and origin and hit search. Then use the “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters.

From takeoff till landing, a direct Virgin Australia flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Coolangatta Airport (OOL) takes around 2h 10m.

Thursday has the most Virgin Australia flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Coolangatta Airport (OOL). With 10 daily departures, this is a great day to book something that will suit your plans.

The first flight from MEL to OOL with Virgin Australia leaves at 9:30AM UTC+11. You’ll land at 10:40AM UTC+10. The final Virgin Australia flight of the day leaves at 9:20PM UTC+11 and arrives at 10:30PM UTC+10. With approximately 20% fewer cancellations for early and mid-morning departures, heading out early is usually the wisest option.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

When jetting off from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Gold Coast with Virgin Australia, you’re most likely to land at Coolangatta Airport (OOL). This is the airline’s main gateway to the city. Other nearby airports like Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Ballina - Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) may have lower airfares, so it’s wise to explore all options on Expedia.

You’re allowed 1 cabin bag weighing up to 15 lb and dimensions no larger than 22 inches x 9 inches x 14 inches. You can also take a small personal item with you when flying standard economy from MEL to OOL with Virgin Australia. Baggage allowances can vary by fare type and cabin class, so check Virgin Australia’s website to avoid last-minute fees at the airport.

Taking off from MEL to OOL with Virgin Australia comes with a host of perks, including an excellent in-flight experience and a 4-star airline rating. Plus, when you book through Expedia, One Key™ members can collect OneKeyCash™* to use on select future travel purchases. That’s on top of the Virgin Australia Velocity points you can earn with Virgin Australia.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.

Virgin Australia typically uses Boeing 737-800 planes for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Coolangatta Airport (OOL). Remember that aircraft type can change depending on operational demands, so the plane you catch might be different on your travel date.

Depending on your ticket type, a fee generally applies if you change or cancel your booking more than 24 hours after it’s been confirmed. To secure plane tickets with more flexibility, select our “Changes included” or “No cancel fee” filter while looking for flights. To learn more about changing or canceling your reservation, head to “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking.”