Coffs Harbour travel guide

Coffs Harbour Tourism | Coffs Harbour Guide

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.

Where to Eat in Coffs Harbour

If you’re looking for affordable options, Latitude 30 Restaurant (8/1 Marina Dr) and Surf Club Restaurant & Bar (23 Surf Club Road) are great picks.

When to visit Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coffs Harbour in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Coffs Harbour in January, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 9.1″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Coffs Harbour, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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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 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Coffs Harbour from the United States departs from New York and takes around 34h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Coffs Harbour is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 195 miles from Coffs Harbour. You’ll find branches of East Coast Car Rentals and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Coffs Harbour, you’ll arrive at Coffs Harbour (CFS), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Coffs Harbour from the United States departs from New York and takes around 34h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Coffs Harbour is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 195 miles from Coffs Harbour. You’ll find branches of East Coast Car Rentals and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Coffs Harbour

Airlines serving Coffs Harbour

Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (262 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (22 reviews)

Where to stay in Coffs Harbour

Average rates range from around $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $208 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Coffs Harbour, with prices from $49 to $1,454 per night. Coffs Harbour CBD is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Coffs Harbour are about 87% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Coffs Harbour

Most booked hotels in Coffs Harbour

Sapphire Chambre B&B
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 154 reviews)
$159+
Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, 4432 reviews)
$89+
Breakfree Aanuka Beach Resort
4 stars
Good (7.3, 2848 reviews)
$101+
Country 2 Coast Motor Inn Coffs Harbour
3 stars
Good (7.2, 3140 reviews)
$87+
ibis budget Coffs Harbour
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 2924 reviews)
$64+

Renting a car in Coffs Harbour

Renting a car in Coffs Harbour costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Coffs Harbour (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coffs Harbour, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Coffs Harbour costs $68 per day, on average, or $135 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Coffs Harbour (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Coffs Harbour, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.