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Infant Capsule Airport Transfers — Gold Coast & Northern NSW
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The Short Answer
Yes — we carry approved rear-facing seats for newborns — a properly secured seat rather than a clip-in capsule, and the thing every new parent worries about most, fitted by the driver before pickup for a flat $35 per seat, itemised in the quote and selected inside the booking form. Suitable for newborn to 6 months. Australian-Standards (AS/NZS 1754) equipment across the whole fleet, from sedans to the 7-seat Kia Carnival. ⭐ 5.0 from 75 Google reviews.
The Law, Plainly
In Queensland, booked-hire vehicles carry an exemption — restraints aren’t legally required in our vehicles, but tell us the ages and they’ll be fitted regardless. In New South Wales there’s no equivalent exemption — children under 7 must be in an approved restraint for any NSW pickup or drop-off, so every Tweed Coast, Kingscliff and Byron journey travels seated. Either side of the border, our answer is the same: the right seat, properly fitted, every time.
How It Works
Select the seat type and count in the booking form — the $35 adds to your locked price before you pay. The driver arrives with the seat installed; on airport pickups it’s fitted before you land. Travelling with a pram too? Boot space is planned at booking. For the full guide across all ages see child seats and the law.
What a Capsule Booking Looks Like on the Day
You book the transfer and put the baby’s age in the notes. Before the car leaves for your pickup, the driver installs a rear-facing capsule — anchored, harness sized to a newborn, pull-tested — so when the vehicle arrives the only job left is clipping the baby in. At the terminal the capsule stays in the car; nothing to carry through check-in, nothing to hire at the other end, and the pram goes in the boot beside the luggage.
“I fit capsules at home before the run, never at the kerb — the rear-facing angle and the harness height are the two things parents worry about, and both are set before I turn a wheel. New parents landing off a red-eye have one job: hand me the baby’s age at booking.”
— Chris, owner-driver
Capsule or Convertible Seat — Which Gets Fitted
Under about six months we fit a rear-facing capsule; from roughly six months to four years a convertible seat, rear-facing for as long as the child fits that way. Tell us the age and weight if you know it and the right restraint is chosen for you — the same $35 per seat either way, and the same Australian Standard. Transport for NSW reports that around half of all child restraints aren’t fitted or used correctly — the whole reason the seat arrives already installed and checked by the driver, not wrestled in at the kerb.
How to Book
Book online in under a minute with the price locked before you pay — or call, SMS or WhatsApp 0416 131 285. Book both legs on one reservation and the return leg is 5% off. ⭐ 5.0 from 75 Google reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide rear-facing seats for newborns on airport transfers?
Yes — Australian-Standards rear-facing newborn seats for 0–6 months (a secured seat rather than a clip-in capsule), fitted by the driver for $35 per seat, selected in the booking form.
Is a rear-facing seat legally required for a newborn?
In Queensland the booked-hire exemption means restraints aren’t legally required in our vehicles, though we fit them regardless. In New South Wales there’s no equivalent exemption — children under 7 must be in an approved restraint for any NSW pickup or drop-off.
How much does the seat cost?
$35 per seat, flat, itemised in your locked quote — no hire-day rates, no return fees on a return booking.
Is the seat fitted when you arrive?
Yes — fitted before pickup; on airport arrivals it’s installed before you land, and the driver checks the fit with you.
Can I bring my pram as well?
Yes — note it at booking and boot space is planned; the Kia Carnival swallows a pram, rear-facing seat and full luggage together.
Do you do multiple seats for siblings?
Yes — any mix of rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat and booster across the vehicle, $35 each.
Which vehicle suits a family best?
The 7-seat Kia Carnival — room for seats, prams and luggage without compromise; sedans take up to two restraints comfortably.
How do I book?
Online — choose seats in the form, see the locked total, pay to confirm. Done in under a minute.
Can a newborn travel in an airport transfer straight from the hospital?
Yes — a rear-facing capsule suitable from birth is fitted before pickup, $35 per seat. Tell us the baby’s age at booking and the car arrives ready.
Does the baby count as a passenger?
Yes — every child occupies a seat and counts toward capacity. The sedan suits up to 3 passengers total; the Kia Carnival up to 7.
Do you provide capsules for pickups from Gold Coast Airport as well as Brisbane?
Yes — both airports, both directions, on any CGC transfer. The capsule is fitted before the driver heads to the terminal to meet you.
Is the capsule Australian-Standards approved?
Yes — every restraint we supply meets the Australian Standard, is cleaned between uses and is installed and checked by the driver before the trip starts.
What if we’re flying into NSW — Byron Bay or the Tweed?
The same capsule is fitted; in NSW every child under 7 is legally required to be in an approved restraint in a booked-hire vehicle, with no taxi-style exemption. Ages at booking is all we need.
Can twins both have capsules?
Yes — up to five restraints fit in the Kia Carnival, so two capsules plus an older sibling’s seat is routine. $35 per seat, all fitted before pickup.
How far ahead should I book a capsule?
As soon as you have flights — restraints are allocated per booking, so booking ahead guarantees the capsule is reserved and fitted for your pickup.
Do I pay for the capsule separately?
No — it’s added to your booking at $35 per seat and included in the one locked quote. Nothing to pay in the car.
What happens if our flight is delayed with a baby on board?
Nothing you need to manage — every airport pickup is flight-monitored, so the driver works from the actual landing time, capsule already fitted, at no extra cost.
Can we keep the same capsule for the return transfer?
Yes — book both legs on one reservation and the same restraint is fitted for the trip home, with 5% off the return leg.
⭐ 5.0 from 75 Google reviews — verified on Google
Owner's reply
Thank you so much, Vicki, for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure helping get your daughter home safely, and I’m glad I could wait while she sorted out her SIM and keep you updated along the way. We really appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to look after you and your family again in the future. Thanks again, Chris – CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you so much Janine for the wonderful 5-star review! It was a pleasure looking after both your airport transfers, and we’re so pleased everything went smoothly with the pickups and return meet & greet. We really appreciate your kind words about our friendly, reliable service and look forward to helping you again with your next trip 😊 — Chris CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you so much, Luke, for the fantastic 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We really appreciate your kind words. We’re glad we could accommodate the last-minute changes to your booking and make the whole process as easy and stress-free as possible. It was a pleasure looking after you, and we’d love to welcome you back again in the future. Thanks again from the team at CGC Airport Transfers! 🚙✈️
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Thanks so much, Jack! We really appreciate the fantastic review and recommendation. It was a pleasure looking after you, and we’re glad we could make your Gold Coast transfer easy and accommodate your needs. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again! — CGC Airport Transfers
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Thanks so much, Manish! It was an absolute pleasure looking after you during your time with us. We really appreciate the kind words about Cam and the CGC team, and we’re glad you enjoyed both the transfers and the local knowledge along the way. Thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers and for the fantastic recommendation. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again next time you’re on the Gold Coast! — The CGC Team
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Thank you so much, Cloe! We really appreciate the wonderful review. 😊 Travelling with little ones can be stressful enough, so we’re very glad we could make your airport transfer easy and stress-free, with the car seats installed and ready to go when you arrived. It was a pleasure looking after you and your family, and thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers. We hope to welcome you all back again in the future! 🚐✈️
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Thanks so much, Francois! We really appreciate the 5-star review. It was a pleasure looking after your transfer from Northern NSW back to the airport. We're glad you enjoyed a punctual, relaxed and friendly journey. We hope you enjoyed your time in Australia and wish you safe travels home!
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Thank you so much, Carrie, for your fantastic 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed both of your transfers with us during your holiday. It means a lot to know you found our pricing, drivers and vehicles to be of such a high standard. Thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. Enjoy your last few days in Australia before you head over to New Zealand, and enjoy the snow while you're there! Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. 🚗✈️
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Thank you so much, Ken, for your wonderful 5-star review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure assisting you from your first enquiry through to your transfers. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Cassandra and Michelle—they'll be delighted to hear they helped make your journeys relaxed and comfortable. Thank you again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we look forward to welcoming you back next time you need us. Safe travels!
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Thank you so much, Janelle, for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear your Brisbane to Gold Coast return transfer was seamless and easy from start to finish. Providing reliable, stress-free private transfers is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're travelling in the area. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon! 🚗✈️
Owner's reply
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you had such a positive experience from start to finish. Providing clear communication, friendly service, spotless vehicles, and clean, modern child seats is something we take great pride in, so we're thrilled it gave you peace of mind. Thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we look forward to welcoming you and your family again on your next trip. Safe travels! 🚗✈️
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Thanks so much for the fantastic review, Andy! It was a pleasure meeting you and having a chat on the drive. Hopefully next time you're on the Gold Coast I can convince you to swap the Dockers for the Swans... although I know that's a tough ask! 😄 Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Thank you, Claudia, for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you had a smooth and enjoyable transfer with Michelle. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to her. Thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to the Gold Coast. Safe travels! ✈️🚗
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Thank you so much, Caitlin! It was a pleasure looking after you and your group. We're delighted to hear Ben and Chris helped make your journey comfortable, safe and stress-free. We always aim to provide more than just a transfer, whether that's sharing local tips or helping with onward travel. We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to the Gold Coast and Byron Bay again soon. Safe travels! 😊🚐
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Thank you so much, Emily! We're so glad you enjoyed your transfers with Ben and Chris. It means a lot to hear that you felt comfortable and safe travelling together—that's always our top priority. And we're thrilled the playlist got a 10/10 too! 😄 We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you all again on your next Gold Coast or Byron Bay trip. Safe travels! 🚐🎶😊
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Thank you so much, Maya! We really appreciate your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that organising your transfers was easy and that Ben and Chris made such a positive impression. Knowing you and your group felt safe and at ease means everything to us, as that's always our highest priority. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip. Safe travels! 😊🚐
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Thank you so much, Bronte! We're so pleased to hear Ben made your journey such an enjoyable one. It's great to know his friendly conversation, organisation and smooth driving helped make your experience comfortable and memorable. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon. Safe travels! 😊🚐
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> Thank you so much, Ella! We're delighted to hear you had such a great experience travelling from Gold Coast Airport to Mullumbimby. Ben will be thrilled to know his friendly conversation and local tips helped make your journey enjoyable. Most importantly, we're so pleased you and your group felt comfortable and safe throughout the trip. Thank you for the 10/10 recommendation—we'd love to welcome you back again in the future. Safe travels! 😊🚐
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> Thank you so much, Nova! We really appreciate your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear Ben made your journey such a positive experience with his friendly, organised and enthusiastic service. Knowing you and your group felt comfortable and safe while travelling together means the world to us, as that's always our highest priority. Thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Safe travels! 😊🚐
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Thank you so much, Tiana. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. It has been our pleasure looking after you and your family over the years, and we're grateful for the trust you've placed in CGC Airport Transfers. We're delighted to hear both drivers made such a positive impression and that you felt well looked after throughout your journeys. Reviews like yours are why we love what we do. We look forward to seeing you, your mum and your papa again in the future. Thank you for your ongoing support and recommendation. ❤️✈️🚗
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Thanks Dino for your fantastic review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear you had such a positive experience with Andy and that the service exceeded your expectations. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for your next airport transfer. Safe travels and thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers! ✈️🚗
Owner's reply
Thank you for your 5-star review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed our service. We appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers and look forward to assisting you again with your future airport transfer and private transport needs. Thanks again for your support!
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Hi Amanda, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing CGC Airport Transfers again. We're delighted to hear that you found the booking process easy and our communication clear. Providing a relaxed, friendly and stress-free experience is exactly what we strive for, so it's great to know we delivered that for you. We truly appreciate your continued support and recommendation for both airport and private transport services. We look forward to assisting you again on your next trip. Thanks again from the CGC Airport Transfers team!
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Thank you so much, Les & Dave, for your kind words and recommendation. It was an absolute pleasure assisting you both during your travels. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are delighted to hear that you found our service professional and reliable. Thank you for choosing CGC Airport Transfers. We look forward to helping you again whenever you're travelling through Byron Bay, the Gold Coast or Brisbane Airport. Safe travels and all the very best. Chris CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you for the 5-star rating, Gerty. We appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers and are delighted we could assist with your journey. We look forward to welcoming you back again for your next airport transfer. – Chris CGC Airport Transfers
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Thanks Darren, we really appreciate your kind words and 5-star review. It was a pleasure assisting with your transfer, and we're glad we could get you where you needed to be safely and on time. We look forward to helping you again in the future. – Chris CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear about your smooth experience and look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Thanks so much Kieran! We really appreciate the fantastic feedback. It was a pleasure helping with your Gold Coast transfers and we’re glad our drivers made the experience a great one. We look forward to welcoming you back to the beautiful Gold Coast again soon. Safe travels and thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers!
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Thanks so much Brian, really appreciate you taking the time to share this. It was a pleasure looking after your transfers to and from Nimbin for the weekend. Glad to hear everything ran smoothly and you felt comfortable and well informed throughout the journey. We pride ourselves on providing a reliable, safe and stress-free service, so your feedback means a lot. Look forward to helping you again next time you're on the Gold Coast. – Chris CGC Airport Transfers
Owner's reply
Thanks Jay, really appreciate the review. Glad we could assist with the last-minute booking and that everything ran smoothly. I’ll pass your feedback on to the drivers. We look forward to helping again next time. CGC Airport Transfers
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Thanks Mark, really appreciate the kind words. Glad everything ran smoothly and you had plenty of room for the trip. We’d be happy to assist again anytime you need a private transfer between the Gold Coast, Brisbane or Byron Bay. Safe travels! — CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you, Arshia, we really appreciate your feedback. Glad to hear everything from the timing to the car seat setup made your trip easy and stress-free. We look forward to assisting you again next time.
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Thank you so much for the kind words Diana, we really appreciate it! Glad to hear everything was smooth from booking through to the trip, and that you felt comfortable the whole way—that’s exactly what we aim for. We’ll pass on your feedback to your driver as well, he’ll be glad to hear it. Hope to see you again next time you’re travelling between the Gold Coast and Brisbane 😊 — CGC Airport Transfers
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Thanks so much, Rose! We’re really glad you enjoyed the service and had an easy, comfortable trip. Appreciate the kind words and we’d love to assist with your next airport transfer whenever you need us. Safe travels and thanks again!
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review and recommendation. We’re really glad to hear the booking process was smooth and that Cam looked after you and your family on the day. It’s great to know the vehicle comfort, cleanliness, and space for luggage made the transfer easy after your flight. We truly appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers and hope to assist you again next time you’re on the Gold Coast.
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Thanks so much, Jackie, for taking the time to leave another 5-star review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your transfer and that Cassandra looked after you so well. We truly appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to assisting you again soon.
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Thanks so much for the 5-star review, Kirsten! ⭐ We’re glad to hear Andy arrived early and was able to make the trip smooth with his knowledge of the best routes and traffic conditions. We really appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers and look forward to looking after you again next time. Safe travels!
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Thanks so much for the great review, Shane. We’re really glad you found our Gold Coast airport transfer service prompt, reliable, and cost-effective. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again in the future.
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Hi Carolina, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I’m really glad I could assist with the booking and that Andy looked after you well both to and from the hotel. We’re pleased you enjoyed the chat, local tips, and found the vehicle clean, punctual, and well-priced. It was a pleasure looking after you, and we’d be more than happy to assist again whenever you’re back on the Gold Coast. Kind regards, Chris CGC Airport Transfers
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Yu. We’re really pleased to hear you found our service reliable and our drivers professional and courteous. We take pride in maintaining clean, modern vehicles and providing a comfortable experience for every transfer. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again next time you travel.
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Hi Jillian, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re really pleased to hear you found the service punctual and friendly. Hayden will be thrilled to hear your kind feedback. We truly appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers and look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Jodi. I’m really pleased to hear you were happy with the service and punctuality. It was a pleasure looking after you, and I’d be more than happy to assist again next time you’re on the Coast. Safe travels and thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers.
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Thank you, Jaymie, for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear your transfer from Tweed to Brisbane International Airport was seamless and took the stress out of your journey. Providing a comfortable, reliable service is exactly what we aim for, so your feedback is greatly appreciated
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Maree 😊 We’re really glad your first experience using an airport transfer service was a positive one. Keeping things stress-free through clear communication, punctuality, and a comfortable ride is exactly what we aim for, so it’s great to hear that came through. Thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we’d love to assist you again in the future. Kind regards, Chris CGC Airport Transfers
Owner's reply
Thanks so much for the awesome review! That storm was abit Nuts, so I’m glad we still got you to the airport nice and early. Gotta say, we loved the aircraft joke too! Thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers. See you when you return.
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Thanks so much, Paul! It was a pleasure having you on board. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon. 🚐✈️ –Chris, CGC Airport Transfers
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Thanks so much, Pooja! 😊 We’re really glad to hear you had a safe and comfortable trip this morning. It was our pleasure getting you to the airport on time — hope to see you again on your next visit! ✈️
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Thanks so much, John! We really appreciate your ongoing support and kind words. It’s always a pleasure to assist with your airport transfers, and we’re thrilled to hear our team continues to deliver the punctual and reliable service you expect. Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! ✈️ — The CGC Airport Transfers Team
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Thanks so much! We really appreciate the kind words and support. Great having the Tangalooma crew onboard — see you next trip! 🚐🌴
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CGC Airport Transfers · ABN 71 640 883 667 · 0416 131 285 · Gold Coast, Brisbane & Northern NSW