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

Southport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southport

With a population of 28,315, Southport 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Southport has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Southport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jasmine Room (Sundale Level 1, 2 Como Cres) and Frenzy's - Southport Sharks (Olsen Ave & Musgrave Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Southport

Southport in January
Estimated hotel price
$211
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southport in January
Estimated hotel price
$211
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southport

Plane

When flying to Southport, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Southport include Air Canada, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Southport departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 42 miles from Southport. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Southport, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Southport include Air Canada, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Southport departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 42 miles from Southport. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Southport

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast

Airlines serving Southport

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Southport

From 5-star hotels such as the Meriton Suites Southport to great affordable options like the Woodroffe Hotel, Southport offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $173 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Southport

Most booked hotels in Southport

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Capsuleaccom Hostel
0 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$44+
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Meriton Suites Southport
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Q1 Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$206+
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Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$211+
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Dorsett Gold Coast
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Hiring a car in Southport

Hiring a car in Southport costs $63 per day, on average, or $189 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Southport.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Southport is Luxury (Class Luxury SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Southport costs $63 per day, on average, or $189 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Southport.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Southport is Luxury (Class Luxury SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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