Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
You can take your pick of nine weekly Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BNE to LST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport, so jetting to Launceston (and then seeing more parts of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
With a reliable 89.36% of services arriving on schedule, Jetstar has the best on-time performance for BNE to LST flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BNE and LST:
Sydney Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Launceston Airport (LST)
At the moment, 59 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 118 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from BNE to LST by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BNE to LST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
65% of flights that take off from Brisbane Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BNE? If you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Launceston Airport (LST)
Consider booking a hotel close to LST if you're catching a late Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Launceston Airport rental car and explore Launceston and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Apex are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Launceston Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
Launceston Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Launceston. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Launceston Airport (LST)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Launceston. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Launceston Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Launceston, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BNE to LST sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Launceston, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 451 kilometres north-west to Melbourne to tick off its leading attractions. From Flinders Street Railway Station to Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Australia, consider Geelong, about 434 kilometres north-west of Launceston. Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are the start of reasons to visit.