# Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport Transfer | CGC Airport Transfers Source: https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-gold-coast-airport-transfer/ Last updated: 2026-09-20 Summary: Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport transfers a fixed $130 sedan. Private door-to-door OOL service, GST included, no tolls, price locked at booking. Book CGC. Runaway Bay to OOL? [Get Exact Quote Online](https://cgctransfers.com.au/book-now/) · 📞 [0416 131 285](tel:0416131285) · 💬 [SMS](sms:+61416131285) · 📱 [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/61416131285) # Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) Transfers ## The Short Answer Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is a fixed $130 Sedan or similar, or $160 for the 7-seat Kia Carnival — per vehicle, GST included with no tolls on the OOL run, locked at booking. The run is about 46 km, around 45 minutes off-peak. Door-to-door with flight monitoring, and booking both legs on one reservation takes 5% off the return leg. Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport transfers are a fixed $130 sedan or $160 Kia Carnival — GST included, no tolls on this route, price locked at booking. Pickups from Gold Coast Airport are priced separately — $145 sedan, $175 Kia Carnival — as they include the airport access fee and the in-terminal meet and greet. ✓ Last updated 18 August 2026 ★★★★★ **5.0 from 84 Google reviews** · [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/search?q=cgc+airport+transfers) ✓ No Tolls This Route ✓ GST Included ✓ Marina, Apartment & Sports Centre Pickups ✓ Child Seats Provided & Fitted ✓ Licensed Booked-Hire Service ![Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport private transfer — CGC Kia Carnival](https://cgctransfers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/kia-carnival-black.webp) Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport private transfer service — CGC Kia Carnival **Route:** Runaway Bay (northern Gold Coast Broadwater) → Gold Coast Airport (OOL), Coolangatta **Distance:** Approximately 46km via Brisbane Road, Smith Street Motorway and the M1 southbound **Drive time:** Around 45 minutes off-peak (1h 3min to 1h 7min weekday peak) **Fixed pricing:** $130 Sedan or similar / $160 Kia Carnival — GST included, no tolls on this route, based on standard rates (6am–9pm). Final quote locked at booking; after-hours, Christmas Day, Easter Sunday and optional extras may incur additional charges **Service:** Driver allocated prior to pickup with SMS confirmation, Marine Parade Broadwater apartment loading-zone, marina-berth and Sports Super Centre expertise, child seats provided and fitted, no surge, with pre-booked transfers available across standard and after-hours periods. Return transfers from OOL back to Runaway Bay available on the same reservation CGC Airport Transfers provides private Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport transfers across the northern Gold Coast Broadwater — the Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers, the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre precinct, Runaway Bay Marina, the Sports Super Centre and every residential street. Runaway Bay sits on the Broadwater with direct Brisbane Road access to the M1 and Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta is a straightforward run south. This is a pre-booked private airport transfer service, not a taxi, rideshare or shared shuttle. This page covers Runaway Bay, the Marine Parade apartment strip, Runaway Bay Marina, the Sports Super Centre and the broader 4216 postcode to Gold Coast Airport (OOL). For the wider international network, see our [Runaway Bay to Brisbane Airport transfers](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/). Travellers can also view our [Gold Coast Airport route information hub](https://cgctransfers.com.au/gold-coast-airport-route-information/) for terminal information, pickup planning and private airport transfer options across the Gold Coast. The route runs via Bayview Street onto Brisbane Road, then Smith Street Motorway onto the M1 Pacific Motorway southbound through Carrara, Robina and Varsity Lakes, exiting at the Stewart Road / Tugun off-ramp onto the Gold Coast Highway directly to OOL — around 45 minutes off-peak, with no tolls anywhere on this stretch. Because OOL is so close, it is the natural choice for most domestic and short-haul Asia-Pacific trips from Runaway Bay. Every booking includes a driver allocated ahead, automatic flight tracking and pre-booked availability across standard and after-hours periods. We capture Marine Parade apartment tower names and side-street loading zones, marina berth references and Sports Super Centre details so pickups run cleanly and there is no surge on Sports Super Centre event weekends, school holidays or event weekends. We hold a 5.0-star rating across 84 Google reviews. - ✔ Exact quote calculated online - ✔ Flight details checked and monitored - ✔ No tolls on this route, GST included - ✔ Child seats provided and fitted - ✔ Driver allocated prior to pickup **Most popular Runaway Bay transfers:** - Runaway Bay → Gold Coast Airport (OOL) — this page - [Runaway Bay → Brisbane Airport (BNE)](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/) — the longer run for wider international **On this page** - Transfer Overview - Pricing - Route & Drive Time - Pickup Times - OOL vs BNE - Marina, Apartments & Sports Centre - What’s Included - Pickup Points - Fleet - Real Scenario - vs Rideshare - Booking Info - FAQs ### Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport Transfer Overview CGC Airport Transfers provides pre-booked Gold Coast Airport transfers from Runaway Bay (QLD 4216), a northern Gold Coast Broadwater apartment-and-sporting precinct, including the Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers, the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre precinct, Runaway Bay Marina and the Sports Super Centre. The route is approximately **46 kilometres** via Bayview Street onto Brisbane Road, then Smith Street Motorway onto the M1 Pacific Motorway southbound through Carrara, Robina and Varsity Lakes, exiting at the Stewart Road / Tugun off-ramp directly to OOL, taking around 45 minutes off-peak. Weekday morning peak may add 18 to 22 minutes. - Vehicles: Sedan or similar (1–3), Kia Carnival (up to 7), 12-seater Transporter (8–11) - Terminal: Gold Coast Airport single integrated terminal at Coolangatta — Domestic and International - Included: GST and flight tracking on every booking; no tolls on this route - Pricing: a fixed $130 Sedan or similar, $160 Kia Carnival — based on standard rates (6am–9pm), locked at booking; after-hours transfers between 9pm and 6am may incur a surcharge Return transfers from Gold Coast Airport back to Runaway Bay can be booked on the same reservation. Book both legs on one reservation and a 5% discount applies to the return leg. Timing rule: drive time plus 1 hour for domestic, plus 2 hours for international. A 10am domestic flight typically lines up with an 8:16am pickup. ## CGC Pricing — Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport ✓ Prices updated 18 August 2026 | Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Pricing | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Sedan or similar | 1–3 passengers | 2 large cases + 2 carry-on | a fixed $130 | | 7-seat Kia Carnival | up to 7 passengers | up to 6 large cases | a fixed $160 | [Check your exact Runaway Bay pickup price online →](https://cgctransfers.com.au/book-now/) Fixed pricing based on your exact pickup address and standard-rate hours (6am–9pm), locked at booking, with variation by exact Runaway Bay pickup address — Marine Parade apartment, marina berth, Sports Super Centre or border address. All prices include GST. The price shown is fixed for your zone and locked at booking — no meter, no per-kilometre charge and no variation by exact address. After-hours transfers between 9pm and 6am, Christmas Day, Easter Sunday and optional extras may incur additional charges. - No tolls on the Runaway Bay-to-Coolangatta route — the Gateway Motorway toll only applies to Brisbane Airport runs - Displayed pricing is based on standard rates, which apply 6am–9pm — we’re available 24/7 - After-hours transfers between 9pm and 6am may incur an additional surcharge, confirmed in your online quote - No surge, no metered fare, no fuel levy - Higher rate applies on Christmas Day and Easter Sunday only - No surge on school holidays, Sports Super Centre event weekends, marina cruise-departure weekends, peak periods or event weekends - Pricing is per vehicle, not per passenger - Child seats provided and fitted under QLD law — rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat or booster arranged at booking; an additional child seat cost applies, added to your quote at booking Final price is displayed before booking confirmation. No in-car payment accepted — booking is confirmed online before travel. ## Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport: Route, Distance and Drive Time | Detail | Runaway Bay → OOL | | --- | --- | | Distance | Approximately 46 km | | Drive time (off-peak) | Around 45 minutes | | Drive time (peak) | 1h 3min to 1h 7min | | Primary route | Bayview Street → Brisbane Road → Smith Street Motorway → M1 Pacific Motorway southbound through Carrara, Robina, Varsity Lakes → Stewart Road / Tugun off-ramp → Gold Coast Highway → OOL Coolangatta | | Domestic pickup buffer | Drive + 1h (≈ 1h 45min before flight) | | International pickup buffer | Drive + 2h (≈ 2h 45min before flight) | | Tolls | None on this route | ## Suggested Pickup Times Off-peak conditions assumed. Pickups before 6am or after 9pm are available by pre-booking and may attract an after-hours surcharge, confirmed in your online quote. | Flight time | Type | Runaway Bay pickup | OOL arrival | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 6:00am | Domestic | ≈ 4:16am | ≈ 6:00am | | 8:00am | Domestic | ≈ 6:16am | ≈ 7:00am | | 10:00am | Domestic | ≈ 8:16am | ≈ 9:00am | | 1:00pm | Domestic | ≈ 11:16am | ≈ 12:00pm | | 7:00am | International | ≈ 4:16am | ≈ 6:00am | | 10:00am | International | ≈ 7:16am | ≈ 8:00am | | 1:00pm | International | ≈ 10:16am | ≈ 11:00am | Gold Coast Airport is a compact single-terminal airport, so check-in and security move quickly — these buffers stay comfortable without an early-hours over-wait. For the full framework see our [how early to leave for Gold Coast Airport](https://cgctransfers.com.au/how-early-to-leave-gold-coast-airport-surfers-paradise/) guide. ## Runaway Bay to OOL vs Runaway Bay to BNE | Factor | Runaway Bay → OOL | Runaway Bay → BNE | | --- | --- | --- | | Distance | ≈ 46 km | ≈ 82 km | | Drive time (off-peak) | 45 min | 1h 15–20min | | Flight network | Domestic east-coast, New Zealand, Bali, Fiji, short-haul Asia-Pacific | Full international long-haul widebody | | Tolls | None on the standard route | Gateway Motorway toll (included in quote) | | Best for | Domestic and short-haul, less driving | Long-haul departures OOL doesn’t service | OOL is the natural airport choice from Runaway Bay for domestic east-coast travel and the short-haul Asia-Pacific network — a straightforward run south. For international long-haul widebody routes that OOL doesn’t service, the longer Brisbane Airport run is the alternative — see our [Runaway Bay to Brisbane Airport](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/) page and the wider [Brisbane Airport route information hub](https://cgctransfers.com.au/brisbane-airport-route-information/). ## Marina, Broadwater Apartments & the Sports Super Centre Runaway Bay’s distinctive demand comes from three precincts. The Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers carry a strong owner, tenant and frequent-flyer base with regular travel — and most of these high-rise buildings have restricted parking right at the front door, so CGC captures the side-street loading zone and the specific tower name on every booking. Runaway Bay Marina adds pre-cruise, regatta and event-day movements, with berth references captured so the driver navigates the precinct cleanly. The Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre, a national high-performance sport precinct, hosts visiting teams, training squads and camps throughout the year. These movements add a distinctive demand layer and athlete departure manifests often involve multi-suitcase team luggage with sporting-equipment cases, handled in the Carnival or 12-seater Transporter. ## What’s Included on Every Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport Booking ### Door-to-Door Service Pickup from any Runaway Bay address — a Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment tower, a Bayview Street or Edmund Rice Drive home, the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre precinct, Runaway Bay Marina, the Sports Super Centre, a canal-side waterfront residence and a border address near Harbour Town, Biggera Waters or Coombabah. Marine Parade apartment towers have restricted parking at the Broadwater-frontage front door, so the building name and side-street loading zone are captured at booking — the driver parks correctly and loads bags on the building side rather than on Marine Parade itself. Bayview Street feeds onto Brisbane Road and the M1 southbound cleanly. ### Driver & Vehicle - Driver allocated prior to pickup with SMS confirmation — night-before SMS with driver name and vehicle registration - Modern, air-conditioned vehicles — Sedan or similar, 7-seat Kia Carnival, 12-seater Transporter - Marine Parade apartment loading-zone expertise — tower name and side-street loading zone captured so the driver parks correctly on the building side - Runaway Bay Marina berth pickups — pre-cruise and event-day berth references captured cleanly - Sports Super Centre precinct pickups — visiting teams, athletes and staff with sporting-gear manifests handled in the Carnival and Transporter - Child seats provided and fitted under QLD law — rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat or booster arranged at booking ### Pricing & Route - Fixed pricing based on your exact pickup address, locked at booking — no surge, no metered fare, no fuel levy - GST included in the locked quote - No tolls on the Runaway Bay-to-Coolangatta route - Displayed pricing based on standard rates (6am–9pm) — available 24/7 — after-hours transfers between 9pm and 6am may incur an additional surcharge, confirmed in your online quote - No surge on school holidays, Sports Super Centre event weekends, marina cruise-departure weekends or event weekends ### Reliability - Flight details monitored and verified before travel — pickup adjusts for delays at no extra charge and wait time is not charged extra - Direct routing — Bayview Street onto Brisbane Road, Smith Street Motorway and the M1 southbound straight into the Coolangatta terminal, no surface-street detours - Marine Parade apartment, marina and Sports Super Centre access expertise — building, berth and precinct detail captured at booking - Pre-booked early morning and after-hours transfers available — early domestic and short-haul international departures handled routinely - Licensed booked-hire service under Queensland Booked Hire arrangements administered by Queensland Transport and Main Roads - 5.0 stars from 84 Google reviews ## Runaway Bay Pickup Points We service every Runaway Bay address. The list below is illustrative — your specific apartment tower, marina berth, street or border address is captured at booking. ### Apartments, Marina & Sports Centre - Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers — building-side loading zones for high-density Broadwater-frontage residential - Runaway Bay Marina — pre-cruise yacht-and-cruise departures, regatta and event cohorts - Sports Super Centre — national high-performance sport precinct with visiting-athlete and team cohorts - Runaway Bay Shopping Centre precinct — adjoining apartment-and-townhouse residential ### Residential Streets - Bayview Street and Edmund Rice Drive — family-residential streets and the main spine to Brisbane Road - Lae Drive, Pacific Street and canal-side waterfront residential across the Runaway Bay canal network ### Border Precincts - Harbour Town, Biggera Waters and Coombabah borders — addresses on the Runaway Bay crossovers - All Runaway Bay 4216 addresses — apartment tower, family home, canal-side residence, townhouse complex ## Runaway Bay: Northern Gold Coast Broadwater Apartment-and-Sporting Precinct Runaway Bay sits on the northern Gold Coast Broadwater, bordering Harbour Town to the west, Biggera Waters to the south and Coombabah to the north, with the Broadwater forming the eastern edge and high-density apartment frontage along Marine Parade. Three anchors define the suburb: the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre retail-and-community core, Runaway Bay Marina with its pre-cruise departure flows and the Sports Super Centre national high-performance sport precinct — giving it a distinctive Broadwater-apartment-and-sporting character. The motorway access geography defines Runaway Bay’s airport reality. Brisbane Road feeds cleanly onto Smith Street Motorway and the M1 southbound to Coolangatta — one of the more efficient northern-suburb runs. With Gold Coast Airport close, OOL is the everyday choice for domestic and short-haul travel. The Marine Parade loading-zone reality is the suburb’s most distinctive operational focus: apartment towers have restricted parking at the Broadwater-frontage front door, so the side-street loading zone is captured on every booking rather than leaving the driver to double-park on Marine Parade. Brisbane Airport, further north, carries the international long-haul network OOL doesn’t service — see our [Runaway Bay to Brisbane Airport](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/) page for that longer run. ## Fleet Available From Runaway Bay Two core vehicles handle the majority of Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport bookings — the Sedan or similar for 1–3 passengers (Marine Parade apartment couples, executive travellers) and the 7-seat Kia Carnival for families with luggage, fitted child seats, Sports Super Centre athlete cohorts and multi-suitcase international manifests. For groups of 8–11, the 12-seater Transporter handles team cohorts, marina pre-cruise groups and wedding parties. ![Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport — CGC Kia Carnival 7-seat people mover](https://cgctransfers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/kia-carnival-black-1024x512.webp) 7-seat Kia Carnival — families, Sports Super Centre athletes, multi-suitcase international, fitted child seats ![Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport — CGC sedan or similar](https://cgctransfers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RAV4-Black-1024x576.webp) Sedan or similar — 1–3 passengers, Marine Parade apartment couples, executive travel | Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Best for | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Sedan or similar | 1–3 passengers | 2 large cases + 2 carry-on | Marine Parade apartment couples, executive solo travel, Shopping Centre-precinct couples (no surfboards) | | 7-seat Kia Carnival | Up to 7 passengers | Up to 6 large cases | Families with child seats, Sports Super Centre athlete cohorts, multi-suitcase international (up to 3 surfboards in 1–2 bags) | | 12-seater Transporter | 8–11 passengers | Up to 10 large cases | Sports Super Centre team cohorts, marina pre-cruise groups, wedding parties, multi-family school-holiday groups | ## Real Scenario: Marine Parade Apartment Couple to OOL International — 10am Bali Flight A couple in a Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment tower has a Saturday 10am international flight from OOL to Bali for a 10-day holiday — two large suitcases and two carry-on bags. The booking is the Sedan, placed three days ahead. The booking flags the specific Marine Parade tower name and the side-street loading zone (not the busy, parking-restricted Marine Parade frontage). The timing rule gives a 7:16am pickup — 45 minutes drive plus the 2-hour international buffer — with the locked Sedan quote around $130, inside the standard 6am–9pm window so no after-hours fee applies. On the morning the driver pulls into the side-street loading zone rather than the Marine Parade frontage, loads the bags in around 90 seconds and departs via Bayview Street onto Brisbane Road, then Smith Street Motorway and the M1 south. The Saturday corridor runs clear through Carrara, Robina and Varsity Lakes, reaching OOL International around 8:00am — the couple clears check-in and immigration with time before the 10am flight. ## CGC Private Transfer vs Rideshare from Runaway Bay | Factor | CGC pre-booked | Rideshare | | --- | --- | --- | | Marine Parade apartment loading-zone pickup | ✓ Side-street loading zone captured — driver parks correctly and loads bags on the building side, not on parking-restricted Marine Parade | ✗ Pin drops land on Marine Parade where drivers double-park or get moved on by parking inspectors | | Apartment-tower building name | ✓ Specific tower name and unit captured to avoid drift between adjacent Broadwater-frontage buildings | ✗ Pin drops drift across similar-looking apartment towers | | Sports Super Centre athlete pickup | ✓ Sporting-gear manifest captured for visiting cohorts in Carnival and Transporter | ✗ Vehicle frequently unsuitable for sporting-gear manifests | | Runaway Bay Marina pre-cruise pickup | ✓ Yacht/cruise berth reference captured cleanly | ✗ Pin drops drift across the marina precinct | | Pricing on the day | ✓ Locked at booking — no surge on Sports Super Centre event weekends, marina cruise-departure weekends or school holidays | ✗ Dynamic surge applies pre-dawn, event weekends, school holidays | | Pre-dawn availability | ✓ Pre-booked and rostered for the run | ✗ Driver pools thin in the pre-dawn northern Gold Coast | | Child seats | ✓ Fitted before pickup, under the QLD under-7 framework | ✗ Not provided as standard | | Flight details checked and monitored | ✓ Standard on every booking | ✗ Not available | For more detail, see our [private driver vs rideshare](https://cgctransfers.com.au/private-driver-vs-rideshare/) guide. ## Booking Information You’ll Need Return transfers from Gold Coast Airport back to Runaway Bay can be booked on the same reservation — we monitor the incoming flight and meet you on arrival. **No in-car payment required — booking is confirmed online.** - Exact Runaway Bay pickup address — Marine Parade tower name and unit number, Bayview Street or Edmund Rice Drive residence, Shopping Centre-precinct apartment, Runaway Bay Marina berth, Sports Super Centre address, canal-side residence and border address - For Marine Parade Broadwater apartments — tower name, unit number and side-street loading zone (not the parking-restricted Marine Parade frontage) - For the Sports Super Centre — visiting-athlete or team coordination, sporting-gear manifest flagged - For Runaway Bay Marina — yacht or cruise berth reference - Gold Coast Airport flight — domestic or international at the Coolangatta terminal - Flight number and scheduled time - Passenger count and luggage manifest — suitcases, carry-on, pram, sporting gear - Surfboards — flag at booking with count, lengths and bag type. The Carnival fits up to 3 boards in 1–2 bags; the sedan does not take boards - Child seat requirements — ages and approximate sizes for the fitting - Mobile contact for the night-before SMS - Return-leg flight number where booking both legs together ## Frequently Asked Questions on Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport ### How much does Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport cost? A fixed $130 Sedan or similar, $160 Kia Carnival for the 46km run — GST included, with no tolls on this route and the final quote locked at booking. After-hours, Christmas Day, Easter Sunday and optional extras may incur additional charges. Per vehicle, not per passenger. ### How long does Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport take? Around 45 minutes off-peak via Bayview Street onto Brisbane Road, then Smith Street Motorway and the M1 southbound, exiting at the Stewart Road / Tugun off-ramp — approximately 46km. Weekday morning peak adds 18 to 22 minutes through Varsity Lakes, landing at 1h 3min to 1h 7min. ### Are there any tolls on the Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport route? No. There are no tolls between Runaway Bay and Coolangatta. The Gateway Motorway toll that some travellers ask about only applies to Brisbane Airport runs further north. ### Can you pick up from Marine Parade Broadwater apartments? Yes — this is the suburb’s signature pickup. Marine Parade apartment towers have restricted parking at the Broadwater-frontage front door, so rideshare drivers often double-park or get moved on while you’re still inside. CGC captures the side-street loading zone on the booking, so the driver parks correctly and loads bags on the building side. Provide the specific tower name and unit number. ### Can you pick up from the Sports Super Centre? Yes. Door-to-door pickup from the national high-performance sport precinct for visiting teams, training squads and camps. Flag the sporting-gear manifest at booking for Carnival or Transporter sizing. ### Can you pick up from Runaway Bay Marina? Yes. Door-to-door pickup from Runaway Bay Marina for pre-cruise yacht-and-cruise departures, regatta and marina event cohorts. Provide the specific berth reference on the booking for a clean marina-precinct pickup. ### Why choose OOL over BNE from Runaway Bay? OOL is much closer at around 46km/45min vs ~82km/1h 15–20min to BNE — the natural choice for domestic east-coast travel and short-haul Asia-Pacific international. BNE is reserved for international long-haul widebody that OOL doesn’t service. See our [Runaway Bay to Brisbane Airport](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/) page for the longer run. ### What pickup time do I need for a 10am domestic flight? Approximately 8:16am from Runaway Bay for a 10am domestic OOL departure. The 46km Brisbane Road and M1 southbound run takes 45 minutes off-peak, plus the 1-hour domestic check-in buffer at OOL. ### Do you fit child seats from Runaway Bay? Yes. Runaway Bay is in Queensland and QLD law requires children under 7 in an approved restraint suited to their age and size. CGC provides and fits the correct rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat or booster on request. Provide each child’s age and approximate size at booking so the correct seat is fitted before pickup; an additional child seat cost applies, added to your quote at booking. ### Are early-morning pickups available from Runaway Bay? Yes. CGC operates pre-booked early morning and after-hours transfers and early pickups are routine for first-wave domestic and short-haul international departures from Gold Coast Airport. Pickups before 6am are available by pre-booking and may attract an after-hours surcharge, confirmed in your online quote. ### Can I book a return transfer from Gold Coast Airport back to Runaway Bay? Yes. Many travellers book both directions together. We monitor the incoming flight and provide door-to-door drop-off back to Runaway Bay and across the 4216 postcode. ### Is Coolangatta Airport the same as Gold Coast Airport? Yes. Coolangatta Airport and Gold Coast Airport are the same airport (code OOL), at Coolangatta. Our Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport transfers run to the same terminal whichever name you use. ### What happens if I need to cancel? Cancel more than 24 hours before pickup and the full fare is held as a credit toward a future booking; inside 24 hours no credit applies. If the airline cancels your flight, a full credit applies with more than 4 hours’ notice, a 50% credit between 1.5 and 4 hours and none under 90 minutes. Credits aren’t refundable in cash but never expire. Full terms are on our About Us page. ### Can you handle groups larger than 11? We can — larger parties are split across a coordinated multi-vehicle booking, arranged as a single reservation with vehicles arriving together. ### Does the return pickup include meet and greet? Gold Coast Airport pickups all include a complimentary arrivals-hall meet and greet — your driver waits with a name sign as you clear the terminal and helps with luggage. ### Where will my driver meet me at Gold Coast Airport? Your driver waits inside the terminal with your name on a sign — in-terminal meet and greet is included in every Gold Coast Airport (OOL) pickup fare at no extra charge, and your SMS confirmation includes arrival instructions. ## Related Resources - [Gold Coast Airport (OOL) route information — hub](https://cgctransfers.com.au/gold-coast-airport-route-information/) - [Brisbane Airport (BNE) route information — hub](https://cgctransfers.com.au/brisbane-airport-route-information/) - [Runaway Bay to Brisbane Airport (the longer run)](https://cgctransfers.com.au/runaway-bay-to-brisbane-airport-transfers/) - [Coombabah to OOL (neighbour)](https://cgctransfers.com.au/coombabah-to-gold-coast-airport-transfer/) - [Parkwood to OOL (neighbour)](https://cgctransfers.com.au/parkwood-to-gold-coast-airport-transfer/) - [Sanctuary Cove to OOL](https://cgctransfers.com.au/sanctuary-cove-to-gold-coast-airport-transfer/) - [How early to leave for Gold Coast Airport](https://cgctransfers.com.au/how-early-to-leave-gold-coast-airport-surfers-paradise/) - [Gold Coast Airport terminal guide](https://cgctransfers.com.au/gold-coast-airport-terminal-guide/) - [Private driver vs rideshare](https://cgctransfers.com.au/private-driver-vs-rideshare/) - [Airport transfer pricing guide](https://cgctransfers.com.au/airport-transfer-pricing-gold-coast-fixed-price-guarantee/) ## External Authority Resources [Gold Coast Airport](https://www.goldcoastairport.com.au/) publishes terminal information and check-in cut-off times for the Coolangatta terminal. [Queensland Government — child restraints](https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/children) publishes Queensland’s child restraint rules. [Queensland Traffic](https://www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/) reports live Smith Street Motorway and M1 conditions on the Runaway Bay-to-Coolangatta route. ## Book Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport — Get Your Exact Quote Driver allocated prior to pickup with SMS confirmation. Fixed pricing based on your exact pickup address at standard rates (6am–9pm), available 24/7, GST included, locked at booking. No tolls on this route. Marine Parade apartment side-street loading-zone, marina berth and Sports Super Centre pickup expertise. A straightforward run south to the Coolangatta terminal, with pickups confirmed at booking, child seats provided and fitted. Door-to-door from any Runaway Bay address. Return transfers from Gold Coast Airport back to Runaway Bay also available. No surge on Sports Super Centre event weekends or event weekends. After-hours transfers between 9pm and 6am may incur an additional surcharge. [Get Exact Quote Online](https://cgctransfers.com.au/book-now/) ⭐ 5.0 from 84 Google reviews · Pre-Booked Private Transfers · Exact Quote Locked at Booking **Tip for Runaway Bay travellers heading to OOL:** Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers have restricted on-street parking right at the front door, so rideshare drivers often double-park or get moved on while you’re still in the lobby — especially pre-dawn for early Bali and Fiji departures. Drop the side-street loading zone into the booking so the driver parks correctly and loads bags on the building side, not on Marine Parade. For Sports Super Centre athlete cohorts, flag the sporting-gear manifest for Carnival or Transporter sizing. For Runaway Bay Marina pre-cruise departures, the specific berth reference captures cleanly on the booking. ``` Posted on Google Leslie 3 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Booked for my son Matt and they had a great ride to the Airport. Driver Michelle was lovely and Chris handled the last minute alteration to their schedule quickly and without fuss! I’m certainly going to continue to book with CGC. Posted on Google Stephen 5 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were extremely satisfied with the service provided by CGC Airport Transfers. It was an easy process to make a reservation and the staff were really great to deal with. Their modern, clean and comfortable vehicle arrived on time and their friendly and professional driver Chris was informative and a pleasure to travel with. We highly recommend CGC Airport Transfers to anyone seeking a safe, reliable and professional transfer service. Owner's reply Thanks so much, Stephen! We really appreciate the fantastic review and your recommendation. It’s great to hear you found the booking process easy and enjoyed a comfortable, on-time journey with our driver. Providing friendly, reliable and professional transfers is exactly what we aim for at CGC Airport Transfers. Thanks again for choosing us, and we hope to have you travelling with CGC again in the future! 😊 — CGC Airport Transfers Posted on Google Marisa 5 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you GCG Airport Transfers for the return trips to and from Brisbane airport. Stress-free travel and a very comfortable ride. I would like to send a big thank you to Michelle who picked me up from Brisbane airport and drove me home. I will definitely use your services again next time I travel to the airport and I highly recommend your company for professional and on-time travel to and from the airport. Owner's reply Thank you so much, Marisa! 😊 We really appreciate you choosing CGC Airport Transfers for your return trips to and from Brisbane Airport. It’s great to hear both journeys were comfortable, stress-free and on time. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Michelle — she’ll be thrilled to hear them! Thank you again for the recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back next time you’re travelling. CGC Airport Transfers Team Posted on Google Anna 7 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service, on time, comfortable ride, Chris is a great driver! Owner's reply Thank you so much, Anna! 😊 It was a pleasure looking after your transfers to and from home in Northern NSW. I’m glad you enjoyed the comfortable ride and service, and I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely 5-star review. Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again next time! Chris CGC Airport Transfers Posted on Google Michaela 9 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service - prompt, friendly, smooth ride, no fuss! Highly recommended Owner's reply Thanks so much, Michaela! We really appreciate the fantastic review. It’s great to hear your transfer was prompt, friendly and smooth from start to finish. Thanks for choosing CGC Airport Transfers, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon! 😊 — CGC Airport Transfers Team Posted on Google Angela 10 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were so happy with our transfers to and from the airport with Michelle and Chris. The communication around booking was great, the cars were clean and comfortable, we felt very safe on the drive and the drivers were friendly and offered helpful suggestions of how we could make the most of our time on GC. Would definitely book transfers with them on our next trip. Thanks Chris and Michelle! Owner's reply Thanks so much, Angela! It was an absolute pleasure looking after your airport transfers. Michelle and I are really glad you found the booking process easy, the vehicles comfortable and, most importantly, felt safe and well looked after throughout your journey. We hope you had a fantastic time on the Gold Coast and managed to put a few of our suggestions to good use! We’d love to welcome you back and take care of your transfers again on your next visit. Posted on Google Cobalt 13 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You guys do great work. Owner's reply Thanks so much for the 5-star review! We really appreciate the support and are glad you had a great experience with CGC Airport Transfers. We look forward to helping you again next time you need a transfer. 😊 — Chris & the CGC Airport Transfers team Posted on Google Amy 17 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was great. Genuine old fashioned customer service from my first enquiry through to the end. Pickup from Goldy airport and drop back there couple days later, seamless process, and made our trip hasslefree. Thanks heaps CGC - highly recommended 👌 Owner's reply Thank you so much, Amy! 😊 It was an absolute pleasure looking after you and making the airport transfers as seamless and hassle-free as possible. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation. Providing genuine, old-fashioned customer service is exactly what we strive for at CGC Airport Transfers. Thanks again for choosing CGC, and we hope to see you again next time you’re on the Gold Coast! ✈️😊 — Chris CGC Airport Transfers Posted on Google Terry 19 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great informative drivers Cam and Chris They will be aour go to drives now Owner's reply Thank you so much, Terry! We really appreciate the fantastic review. It was a pleasure looking after you, and we’re glad Cam and Chris could make the trips informative and enjoyable. We’d be more than happy to be your go-to drivers for your future Gold Coast travels! 😊 Thanks again for choosing CGC Airport Transfers — we look forward to seeing you again soon! 🚐✨ Posted on Google Vicki 20 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used CGC airport transfers to pick up my daughter from Brisbane international. Chris kept me updated and also waited whilst my daughter sorted her phone sim, which was an unexpected delay to his schedule. Highly recommend. Great service would definitely use again. 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 Posted on Google Janine 20 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great friendly and reliable service. Used for airport transfers both getting us there and picking us up. Picked up on time and met inside airport on our return.. very clean and comfortable ride. Highly recommended Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Luke 23 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team at CGC Airport Transfers were excellent to deal with and highly professional throughout the entire process. I needed to make some last-minute changes to my booking, and they were incredibly accommodating and handled everything with ease. I highly recommend their services and will definitely use them again in the future. Owner's reply 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! 🚙✈️ Posted on Google Jack 28 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great service would highly recommend to anyone travelling to the Gold Coast. Don’t waste your time with anyone else. Very accommodating to your needs Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Manish 38 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CGC Team been reliable, flexible and friendly throughout, Cam especially been a wonderful driver and guide as well. Enjoyed the service and highly recommend CGC for your transfers. Cheers, Manish Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Cloe 39 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely fantastic service! Our driver was waiting for us at the airport with car seats already set up and ready for my two little ones. He was so friendly, helpful and made travelling with two young children incredibly easy and stress free. I would 100% recommend him to any families travelling with kids. Thank you again for such a great experience! Owner's reply 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! 🚐✈️ Posted on Google Francois 40 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very punctual, relaxed driving and friendly driver. Highly recommended ! Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Carrie 50 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend CGC. Great price, great drivers, great cars. We had such a great experience we used them twice during our holiday. Owner's reply 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. 🚗✈️ Posted on Google Ken 54 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The first contact gave me confidence. in this company My enquiry was answered very promptly..All details were confirmed by email within minutes. On both days our drivers Cassandra and Michelle were prompt,friendly and made our trips relaxed and comfortable. I highly recommend this company. Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Janelle 56 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A completely seamless experience travelling from Brisbane to the Gold Coast return. Everything was super easy and I would absolutely book again anytime I was needing a transfer in this area. Owner's reply 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! 🚗✈️ Posted on Google Lauren 65 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Their communication was fantastic from start to finish, and the driver was incredibly friendly. The car was spotless, tidy, and they provided updated, clean car seats for my 3-year-old, which gave us great peace of mind. On top of the great service, the price was very reasonable and included the car seat. Will definitely use them again! 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! 🚗✈️ Posted on Google Andy 67 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was great. Friendly and great to chat to. Will definitely use him again next time we’re in town. It’s a pity that he supports the Swans 🤣 Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Claudia 70 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our transfer with Michelle was great. Smooth travel and great conversations. Highly recommended service. Owner's reply 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! ✈️🚗 Posted on Google Caitlin 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service!!! We had Ben for the first ride and he made us feel so comfortable as a group of young women travelling alone! We had great chats with him and he was really helpful in suggesting activities to do near Byron. We had Chris for the second ride and he was also super helpful in helping us with our trains from the airport. We felt very safe and would definitely use this service again!! Highly recommend! Owner's reply 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! 😊🚐 Posted on Google Emily 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend!! Ben and Chris were so lovely and helpful! They made us feel very comfortable and safe as a group of young women travelling together (and 10/10 music) 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️ Owner's reply 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! 🚐🎶😊 Posted on Google Maya 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Organising and communicating was easy and efficient. Our drivers Ben and Chris were phenomenal. As a group of young women we felt safe and at ease. Will definitely use again, thank you! Owner's reply 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! 😊🚐 Posted on Google Bronte 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ben provided a fantastic experience; made us feel comfortable with humorous conversation. He was a very organized, delightful, and smooth driver! Owner's reply 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! 😊🚐 Posted on Google Ella 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an airport transfer from Gold Coast airport to Mullumbimby, and Ben provided a fantastic service. Ben made light humorous conversation and offered helpful hints. Travelling in a group of young girls we all felt comfortable! 10/10 would use again. Owner's reply > 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! 😊🚐 Posted on Google Nova 81 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ben was amazing, very polite and organised. He made us feel very comfortable as young women travelling together and made the experience truely awesome! Was friendly and enthusiastic would absolutely use again! Owner's reply > 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! 😊🚐 Posted on Google Tiana 92 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Probably one of the best car service companies I’ve experienced in a long time on the coast/australia. Honestly can’t recommend them enough. Both drivers were great drivers, respectful, helpful, caring and loved chatting with them all. Thank you guys. Thank you for looking after my mom and I plus my papa in the past. 🫶🏼 Owner's reply 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. ❤️✈️🚗 Posted on Google Dino 92 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend CGC Airport Transfers. Andy's service was exceptional, and we look forward to seeing you again next time. Owner's reply 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! ✈️🚗 Posted on Google Ikiw 95 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good service! 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! Posted on Google Amanda 97 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service! Easy to book, communicate and super accomodating. Relaxed and friendly driver who went above and beyond to make the process stress free: We’ve used a few times now and highly recommend for airport or private transport. Thanks so much! Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Lesley 105 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just want to shout out to Chris and Michelle from CGC Airport Transfers that service Bryon Bay, Gold Coast and Brisbane Airport and in between.. If you are up this way please use this company, they are so professional and reliable.. Highly recommend.. Thank you Chris for looking after us .. Regards Les & Dave Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Gerty 106 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andy is a perfect driver and a very interesting personen to talk to. He makes me feel welcome. Thanks Gerty Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Darren 106 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome service, has a genuine interest in getting you where you need to be on time. Thanks Chris Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Nicola 117 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A very prompt and speedy pick up! Absolutely no issues at all and would definitely book with CGC again. Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Kieran 135 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a fantastic service by great drivers, will only be using these guys next time we’re back on the beautiful Gold Coast. Five stars Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Brian 141 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had booked a journey from Gold Coast airport and return for a weekend event in Nimbin. Chris was excellent in all areas, helpful and informative for a safe journey. We have complete confidence in recommending CGC for your transport needs. Will certainly be requesting his help again. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Jay 158 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was a last minute booking and could not have been more accommodating and helpful. Vehicles were clean, comfortable to be in and the drivers very professional. We will definitely be using this service again. 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 Posted on Google Mark 160 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nicest guy, on time, heaps of room and we were all happy. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Arshia 163 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris provided an excellent airport transfer service. The car was spotless, he was right on time, and the pick-up instructions were clear and easy to follow. He also had the baby car seat properly installed as requested, which made the trip stress-free for us. Highly recommend! Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Diana 178 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent. Easy to book. My driver was on time. He was friendly, and we chatted the whole way from the Gold Coast to Brisbane. I felt very comfortable the entire trip, and couldn’t be happier with the service. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Rose 229 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service. Great driver and easy travel. Will definitely use this service again! Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Peter 245 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend! We used CGC for our airport transfer from Gold Coast airport to Broadbeach. Family of 4 with lots of luggage, prams etc. The booking process via Chris was a breeze, communication was clear (including on the day with our driver Cam for meeting), the vehicle was immaculately clean / comfortable and the rates are really competitive. Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Jackie 250 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Another great transfer with Gold Coast Transfers, Cassandra our driver was fabulous, thank you Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Kirsten 251 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andy, our driver arrived early and was knowledgeable on different routes and traffic conditions to the airport. Will definitely book again! Owner's reply 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! Posted on Google Shane 251 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very prompt very reliable and cost efficient Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Carolina 264 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was super helpful with the booking and Andy drove us both ways to and from the Hotel. Great chat, good restaurant tips, nice and clean car. Super punctual and great communication. Fairly priced. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Yu 265 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent reliable service. The drivers are professional, courteous and pleasant. The MPV were clean and newish. Will use again. Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Jillian 266 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service. Punctual and friendly. Hayden was an amazing driver. 5⭐️ Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Jodi 269 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome service, on time fabulous driver will book again when on the coast Owner's reply 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. Posted on Google Jaymie 275 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A seamless transfer from Tweed to Brisbane International Airport. Engaging the services of CGC Airport Transfers took the stress of driving ourselves, parking and worrying about driving home after a long flight. Thank you. Looking forward to using your services again in March! Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Maree 277 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was our first time using an airport transfer service and we weren’t disappointed. We would highly recommend the excellent service provided by CFC Airport. Our stress levels were kept to a minimum thanks to their clear communication, punctuality, and comfortable ride to the airport. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Peter 303 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. How good is this service! Huge storm no visability but no issues. Big delay and went another way and delivered me to the airport ahead of schedule. Perhaps they could manage the aircraft as it was a steep downhill after this terrific service 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. Posted on Google Paul 318 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome service and Chris was a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Pooja 324 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks for a safe ,punctual and comfortable drive to the airport today morning. Appreciate!!! Owner's reply 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! ✈️ Posted on Google John 349 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CGC Airport transfers are my go to airport transferring company. They always have availability and the drivers are next level when it comes to punctuality and safety. You will not be disappointed. Owner's reply 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 Posted on Google Kyla 358 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently travelled from Adelaide to Gold Coast for a short holiday to celebrate my mum's 60th and as a big family reunion. Chris, the proprietor and manager of CGC Transfers, initially our Uber driver, had picked us up from the airport and has provided us with the friendliest and most accommodating private transport experience. After Chris had informed us of his Private Transport business, I asked for a quote on the spot based on our itinerary and he was quick to provide with no hidden costs or issues. The price was fair given the high demands of the season and it comes with excellent communication and service from your own private driver. Highly recommend to book CGC Transfers particularly if you're in larger groups of 5-8 plus luggage. Thanks again Chris, hope to have you look after us again in the future. Owner's reply Thankyou for such an amazing reveiw and hope to see you next time your on the gold coast Posted on Google Wizard 361 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service from Andy and Chris. Highly recommend cheapest on the Gold Coast five star 🌟 Communication and vehicles excellent Thank you so much Tangalooma crew10am on Sunday/Thursday Owner's reply Thanks so much! We really appreciate the kind words and support. Great having the Tangalooma crew onboard — see you next trip! 🚐🌴 Posted on Google Shoopper 365 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks Chris for your excellent service! Look forward to using your airport transfer again. Owner's reply Thanks for your lovely reveiw and hope to see you next time your on the gold coast Posted on Google Mini 422 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris has been amazing! Always on time, we used his services thrice on a short visit to Gold Coast and would definitely recommend him! Owner's reply Thankyou for a great reveiw hope you had a great flight home Posted on Google Matthew 465 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic service by Chris . Great response times. Clean and modern vehicle. Owner's reply "Thanks so much, Matt! We're thrilled you had a great experience with our service, and we appreciate your kind words about our vehicle" Posted on Google Adrian 510 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had Zaffa as our driver from Biggera Waters to the Gold Coast Airport on 30/4/25, could not have been happier that we selected them for our transport. Zaf was on time, car was great and a very pleasant trip. Also cheaper than a Taxi. Owner's reply Thankyou for such a great reveiw and we are pleased that you are happy with the service we provided thanks once again Posted on Google Moira 573 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great to have car with kids car seats waiting when we arrived in a delayed flight. Owner's reply Glad we could be of assistance today enjoy your holiday on the Gold coast and hope to see you again soon Posted on Google Summersong 592 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris and CGC Transfers is absolutely fantastic - I would never use anyone else. This is quality, professional, safe and reasonably priced transport. This is a business with integrity - very hard to find these days. Well done CGC Transfers - We highly recommend you to anyone and everyone! Owner's reply Thankyou for such an amazing reveiw Posted on Google Amy 594 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was helpful and kind when arranging our transport. His communication was fast and the service was amazing! His car was impeccable, and his knowledge of the coast and surroundings was incredibly helpful! Would definitely use this service again, and would recommend to family and friends. Owner's reply Thankyou Amy hope to see you next time your on the Gold coast and hope you had a amazing holiday Posted on Google Pinkal 594 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 5 star in communications, punctuality, pricing, reliability. Great service, thankyou Owner's reply Thankyou for such a great reveiw and hope to see you next time your on the Gold Coast Posted on Google Fiona 607 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very reliable, friendly, great communication, comfy transport. Owner's reply Thankyou for such a great reveiw and hope to see you again in the future Posted on Google Nathan 610 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good service, they were easy to book, communciated well and made the process very easy. We recommend using them, they'll get you amnywhere on the coast you need to get to. Owner's reply Thankyou for such a great reveiw hope to see you next time your back on the Gold Coast Posted on Google Mas 680 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris was fantastic! Excellent communication and customer service. Given the communication we had full confidence he would turn up when agreed and he did. Brand new vehicle too and good price. Will definitely use again. Owner's reply Thankyou for your review Hopefully we will see you next time Posted on Google Neil 706 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice clean car, heaps of leg room. Will use again. Owner's reply Thankyou for your reveiw hope to see you again in the future Posted on Google Michelle 715 days ago Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Punctual, reliable and responds promptly... clean vehicle too...would recommend to anyone seeking reliable transfers in the Gold Coast area . Owner's reply Thankyou for your kind reveiw thankyou for choosing cgc transfers for your airport transfer today Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 84 reviews Verified by Trustindex Trustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more ``` CGC Airport Transfers — Runaway Bay to Gold Coast Airport transfers a fixed $130 sedan or $160 Kia Carnival. Private door-to-door OOL service across Runaway Bay QLD 4216 — the Marine Parade Broadwater-frontage apartment towers, Bayview Street and Edmund Rice Drive family residential, the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre precinct, Runaway Bay Marina, the Sports Super Centre, Lae Drive, Pacific Street and canal-side waterfront residential, plus Harbour Town, Biggera Waters and Coombabah borders. Pricing: per vehicle, GST included, no tolls on the Runaway Bay-to-Coolangatta route, locked at booking. After-hours fee (9pm–6am pickups) confirmed inside the locked quote. Higher rate only on Christmas Day and Easter Sunday. No surge on school holidays, Sports Super Centre event weekends, marina cruise-departure weekends, peak periods or event weekends. No metered fare, no fuel levy, no last-minute surcharge. Service: driver allocated prior to pickup with night-before SMS confirmation, flight details monitored on every booking, Marine Parade apartment side-street loading-zone protocol, marina berth and Sports Super Centre pickup expertise, child seats provided and fitted (required for children under 7, additional cost applies). Surfboards carried in the Carnival (up to 3 boards in 1–2 bags; the sedan does not take boards). Direct to the Gold Coast Airport single terminal at Coolangatta — Domestic and International. Fleet: Sedan/RAV4 1–3 passengers (2 large + 2 carry-on), 7-seat Kia Carnival up to 7 passengers, 12-seater Transporter 8–11 passengers. Licensed and insured under Queensland Booked Hire arrangements administered by Queensland Transport and Main Roads. **Phone:** [0416 131 285](tel:0416131285) · **SMS:** [0416 131 285](sms:+61416131285) · **WhatsApp:** [0416 131 285](https://wa.me/61416131285) · **Email:** [admin@cgctransfers.com.au](mailto:admin@cgctransfers.com.au) **Reviews:** ★★★★★ [5.0 from 84 Google reviews](https://www.google.com/search?q=cgc+airport+transfers) **Hours:** 6am–9pm standard · after-hours pickups (9pm–6am) by arrangement, fee confirmed inside the locked quote © 2020 – 2026 CGC Airport Transfers. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.