Skip the Auckland traffic and start your trip closer to home!
Why Hamilton Airport?
Easy parking. No queues. You're in and through faster.
Get to Sydney or the Gold Coast fast! (Under four hours flight time from Hamilton Airport)
Fly to Sydney: Monday | Thursday | Saturday
Fly to the Gold Coast: Tuesday | Wednesday | Friday | Sunday
Connect onward to 90+ destinations including Bali, Fiji and London.
Gold Coast
Fly to the Gold Coast from Hamilton Airport four days a week:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
From laidback beachside villages in the south to the buzzing central suburbs, and fresh energy of northern Gold Coast, discover the depth and diversity of this seaside city. Cruise the coastline for beautiful beachside locations or head up into the Hinterland for secluded hideaways, national parks and untouched wilderness. Take a wander and you'll find pleasant surprises waiting around every corner. Explore an enticing array of venues, eateries and destinations and discover a different side of the Gold Coast.
For more information on what to see and do on the Gold Coast, please visit https://experiencegoldcoast.com/
See what's on, on the Gold Coast
Blues on Broadbeach (14-17 May). More info here.
Cooly Rocks On (3-7 June) Celebrate all things motor, music and lifestyle! More info here.
Asics Gold Coast Marathon (4-5 July) More info here.
Pacific Air Show (14-16 August) More info here.
Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 (23-25 October) Supercars kicks off finals in the sunshine state for the Gold Coast 500! More info here.
For more events, info, places to go, things to see - visit Queensland.com here and Experience Gold Coast here.
Always on: Gold Coast
Village Roadshow Theme Parks - Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild. Over 120 rides, slides, shows, animals, characters and more! More info here.
Carrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - a world‑famous wildlife park located on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia. Nestled in 27 hectares of sub-tropical rainforest and coastal bushland, this heritage-listed sanctuary blends hands-on animal encounters, live shows, cultural experiences, and conservation education - perfect for a full-day family adventure. More info here.
Dreamworld - Experience the ultimate adventure at Dreamworld Gold Coast, Australia’s largest theme park, packed with over 40 rides, attractions, wildlife encounters, and family-friendly fun. Located in Coomera, 40 minutes from Surfers Paradise and 40 minutes from Brisbane, Dreamworld offers heart-pounding thrills, immersive themed lands, and unforgettable moments for all ages. More info here.
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - Pacific Fair is one of Australia's largest shopping centres and boasts an outstanding collection of luxury, high-street fashion, and dining and bar experiences, plus a world-class indoor/outdoor leisure and entertainment precinct and around 400 specialty stores. The centre also boasts two supermarkets, a fresh food market, Big W, David Jones, Kmart, Target and the Gold Coast’s largest Myer. More info here.
Sydney
Fly to Sydney from Hamilton Airport three days a week:
Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Sydney is a city defined by its many people, cultures, histories and ideas.
With unique public architecture, nature hugging the entire city and suburbs lined with snacks from every cuisine, it’s a destination that provides a different experience depending on who is looking, and what they’re looking for.
For more information on what to see and do in Sydney, please visit https://www.sydney.com/nz
Upcoming events in Sydney
Biennale of Sydney (14 March - 14 June) - The Biennale of Sydney is one of the leading international contemporary art events. More info here.
The Phantom of the Opera (27 March - 3 May) - More info here.
Disney's The Lion King (from 18 April) - Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. More info here.
Vivid Sydney (22 May-13 June 2026) - a breathtaking festival of lights, music, and ideas, turns Sydney into an outdoor art gallery with illuminated sculptures and projection. More info here.
Always on in Sydney
Sydney Opera House tours & shows: Don’t miss guided tours, plus theatre, concerts, magic, workshops and more. Book here.
BridgeClimb & Harbour Cruises: Climb the iconic Harbour Bridge -especially magical when lit up during festivals bridgeclimb.com.
Top sights & tours: Popular experiences include Manly Beach, wildlife tours, market visits and street‑art tours around Newtown.
Looking for cheap eats in Sydney? Check out this article from www.visitnsw.com for "35 cheap eats worth travelling for" - including fresh roti, Turkish, pastries & pies, Goan curries, fish'n'chips, fried chicken ... it all sounds YUM!
For more events, info, places to go, things to see - visit Sydney.com
