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

Coffs Harbour travel guide

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You're Going to Love Coffs Harbour

With a population of 26 353, Coffs Harbour is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Coffs Harbour deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour in June
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coffs Harbour in June
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Coffs Harbour in January, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 230 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Coffs Harbour, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.

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How to Get to Coffs Harbour

Plane

When flying to Coffs Harbour, you’ll arrive at Coffs Harbour (CFS), which is located 3 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coffs Harbour include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Coffs Harbour departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Coffs Harbour is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 314 km from Coffs Harbour. You’ll find branches of Turo and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Coffs Harbour, you’ll arrive at Coffs Harbour (CFS), which is located 3 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coffs Harbour include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Coffs Harbour departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Coffs Harbour is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 314 km from Coffs Harbour. You’ll find branches of Turo and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Coffs Harbour

CFSCoffs Harbour
PQQPort Macquarie
ARMArmidale

Airlines serving Coffs Harbour

Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,062 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (654 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (464 reviews)
Link Airways
Rex
Excellent (28 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coffs Harbour

Average rates range from around $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $156 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Coffs Harbour by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Coffs Harbour

Most booked hotels in Coffs Harbour

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Breakfree Aanuka Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$133+
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Pacific Bay Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$133+
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Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$103+
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Sanctuary Resort & Treehouse Restaurant
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$94+
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Coffs Windmill Motel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$127+
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Coffs Harbour Budget Stay
3 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
$94+
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Hiring a car in Coffs Harbour

Hiring a car in Coffs Harbour costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Coffs Harbour.

Expect to pay $1.72 per litre in Coffs Harbour (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.62 and $27.49. The most frequently booked car type in Coffs Harbour is Standard (Class Standard 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, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Coffs Harbour costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Coffs Harbour.

Expect to pay $1.72 per litre in Coffs Harbour (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.62 and $27.49. The most frequently booked car type in Coffs Harbour is Standard (Class Standard 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, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Coffs Harbour

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$64/day

Compact

SUV

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$85/day

SUV
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