Last updated:
Private Airport Transfers on the Gold Coast
Private Airport Transfers Gold Coast — Fixed Price, From $45
Private airport transfer prices
| Route (one way) | Drive time | Sedan (1–3) | Kia Carnival (up to 7) | Maxi Taxi (up to 11) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast Airport → Bilinga | about 5 min | $45 | $65 | $80 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Coolangatta | about 10 min | $65 | $85 | $95 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Burleigh Heads | about 15 min | $80 | $105 | $125 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Broadbeach | about 22 min | $95 | $120 | $125 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Surfers Paradise | about 25 min | $95 | $120 | $125 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Byron Bay | about 45 min | $155 | $180 | $250 |
| Gold Coast Airport → Ballina | about 75 min | $225 | $325 | $425 |
| Surfers Paradise ↔ Brisbane Airport | about 75–80 min | $175 | $225 | $300 |
Fixed price per vehicle from our live booking system, same fare in either direction. Pickups between 10pm and 5am add a flat $50; there is no public-holiday surcharge. Every other suburb is on our full price list.
Private transfer vs taxi, rideshare and shuttle
| Option | How the price works | Door to door? | Child seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer (GC Airport Transfers) | Fixed per vehicle, agreed before you travel | Yes, direct | $25 each, pre-fitted (Carnival, V300, Maxi Taxi) |
| Airport taxi | Metered: depends on time and traffic | Yes | Not guaranteed at the rank |
| Rideshare | App price, can rise at busy times | Yes | Not guaranteed |
| Shared shuttle | Per person | Stops for other passengers | Check with the operator |
For a side-by-side look at shuttles, see our Gold Coast Airport shuttle page.
Private transfer or Gold Coast Airport taxi?
The taxi rank is the quickest option if you land without a booking. A pre-booked private transfer suits you better if you want to know the price before you fly, travel with children who need a seat, have a group or a lot of luggage, or land late at night. Your driver tracks the flight, so a delay doesn’t cost you more, and at Gold Coast Airport meets you inside the terminal (included for sedans and Kia Carnivals).
What’s included
- Fixed price per vehicle, locked when you book: no meters and no surge pricing.
- Tolls, airport parking and flight tracking included.
- Meet and greet inside the terminal at Gold Coast Airport, included for sedans and Kia Carnivals ($15 for a Maxi Taxi). At Brisbane Airport pickup is kerbside, or $33 for meet and greet inside the arrivals hall.
- Child seats (rear-facing, forward-facing or booster) at $25 each in the Kia Carnival, Mercedes V300 or Maxi Taxi, fitted before you land. Sedans can’t take child seats.
- Open 24/7. Standard fares 5am–10pm; pickups between 10pm and 5am add a flat $50.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup with a full refund; cancellations inside 24 hours are refunded at 50%; no-shows are not refunded.
Vehicles for private transfers
- Sedan: up to 3 passengers, 2 large bags and 2 carry-ons. No child seats.
- Kia Carnival: up to 7 passengers, 5 large bags and 3 carry-ons. Child seats available.
- Mercedes V300 (luxury van): up to 6 passengers, 4 large bags and 4 carry-ons. Child seats available.
- Maxi Taxi: up to 11 passengers, 7 large bags and 7 carry-ons, with a wheelchair lift. Child seats available. See Maxi Taxi Gold Coast.
How a private airport transfer works
- Get an instant fixed quote and book online at gc-airporttransfers.com.au/booking, or text or WhatsApp Kelly, our AI booking assistant, on 0485 085 438. You can also call 0414 680 860.
- Add your flight number, passenger count, bags and any child seats.
- Your driver tracks the flight and is there when you land, or picks you up at your door for a departure.
Private Airport Transfers — FAQs
What is a private airport transfer?
A car and driver booked for your group only, going direct from the airport to your address or from your door to the airport. With GC Airport Transfers the price is fixed per vehicle when you book, with flight tracking, tolls and airport parking included.
How much is a private airport transfer on the Gold Coast?
From Gold Coast Airport a sedan for up to 3 passengers is $45 to Bilinga, $65 to Coolangatta, $80 to Burleigh Heads, $95 to Surfers Paradise or Broadbeach and $155 to Byron Bay. Surfers Paradise to Brisbane Airport is $175. A Kia Carnival or Maxi Taxi costs more per vehicle and carries more people.
Is a private transfer better than a taxi from Gold Coast Airport?
A taxi from the rank is metered, so the fare depends on time and traffic. Our private transfer is a fixed price agreed before you travel, your flight is tracked, meet and greet inside the terminal is included for sedans and Kia Carnivals, and you can pre-book child seats ($25 each, not available in sedans).
Is a private transfer better than rideshare?
Rideshare is booked on the day and its prices can rise at busy times. Our fares are fixed per vehicle with no surge pricing, booked ahead, with your flight tracked and the right vehicle for your bags and child seats.
Do private transfers run at night?
Yes. We operate 24/7. Standard fares apply from 5am to 10pm, and pickups between 10pm and 5am add a flat $50 per vehicle.
Can I cancel a private transfer?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before pickup for a full refund. Cancellations inside 24 hours are refunded at 50%, and no-shows are not refunded.
Related pages
Gold Coast & Coolangatta Airport transfers · Gold Coast Airport shuttle · Brisbane Airport shuttle · Gold Coast Airport to Surfers Paradise · Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast · Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport · Child seats · All prices