Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Burleigh Heads travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burleigh Heads

With a population of 10.978, Burleigh Heads is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burleigh Heads has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Burleigh Heads

If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurant Labart (8-10 West St) and Mr Hizola’s (1730 Gold Coast Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Burleigh Heads

Burleigh Heads in July
Estimated hotel price
$375
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burleigh Heads in July
Estimated hotel price
$375
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Burleigh Heads

Plane

When flying to Burleigh Heads, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 10 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Burleigh Heads include Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Burleigh Heads from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Burleigh Heads is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 81 km from Burleigh Heads. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Burleigh Heads, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 10 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Burleigh Heads include Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to Burleigh Heads from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 3h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Burleigh Heads is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 81 km from Burleigh Heads. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Burleigh Heads

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Burleigh Heads

Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,693 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,451 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,832 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,630 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,043 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burleigh Heads

Average rates range from around $446 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $496 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Burleigh Heads

Hiring a car in Burleigh Heads

Hiring a car in Burleigh Heads costs $192 per day, on average, or $1,153 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Coolangatta Gold Coast.

Expect to pay $2.90 per litre in Burleigh Heads (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.79 and $46.38. The most frequently booked car type in Burleigh Heads is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Burleigh Heads costs $192 per day, on average, or $1,153 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Coolangatta Gold Coast.

Expect to pay $2.90 per litre in Burleigh Heads (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.79 and $46.38. The most frequently booked car type in Burleigh Heads is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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