Brisbane Airport (BNE) arrivals and departures Arrivals and Departures

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Distance to Brisbane12.7km
Distance to Spring Hill12.2km
Most popular destinationMelbourne

About Brisbane Airport

  • Located in Queensland, Brisbane Airport is a main airport for people travelling to and from Brisbane.

  • The airport connects the wider region, with passengers from nearby Gold Coast and Logan City also relying on it for flights.

  • Here's a snapshot of the busiest airlines at Brisbane Airport:

  • Not sure where to go if you're planning to fly from Brisbane? Direct flights from Brisbane Airport can take you to some standout destinations, including:

    • Sydney

    • Melbourne

    • Cairns

    • Townsville

    • Rockhampton

How to get from Brisbane Airport to Brisbane

  • Once you've grabbed your luggage and left Brisbane Airport arrivals, you can ride the Airtrain to the city centre. It takes around 20 minutes to get to a major stop like Central.

  • Book a rideshare service with Uber or Ola from Brisbane Airport and head straight to your next destination. DiDi is another solid option.

  • Black & White Cabs and Yellow Cabs are among the taxi companies in Brisbane.

  • How long it takes to drive from Brisbane Airport to Brisbane depends on traffic, but it's usually around 20 minutes.

  • The Airtrain connects Brisbane Airport directly to Brisbane's city centre via the suburban rail network. Taxis and rideshare services like Uber are also widely used and pick up from designated bays at both terminals.

How to get to Brisbane Airport from Brisbane

  • For your Brisbane Airport departure, you can take the Airtrain from the centre of Brisbane. Get on at a main hub like Central and expect a journey of around 20 minutes.

  • It takes around 20 minutes to travel from the centre of Brisbane to the airport by taxi.

  • The most popular way to get to Brisbane Airport from the city is by train, using the Airtrain service that connects Brisbane city centre directly to the domestic and international terminals. Taxis, rideshares, and pre-booked shuttles are also widely used if you prefer a door-to-door option.

Brisbane Airport facilities

  • There are two passenger terminals at Brisbane Airport.

  • If your stomach is rumbling before your flight, take advantage of the cafes and coffee shops and fast food. You'll also find grab-and-go options and sit-down restaurants.

  • Work in a little airport shopping before boarding. Browse or stock up on last-minute items at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've still got time before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts and electronics.

  • Got time to kill before your flight? You may be able to spend the wait in an airport lounge. These are the types of lounges at Brisbane Airport:

    • Airport lounges

    • Business and first class lounges

    • Membership lounges

    • Paid lounges

  • You'll have several options for parking at Brisbane Airport. These are the main types:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

    • Valet

Where to stay near Brisbane Airport

  • Whether you have a late flight to Brisbane Airport or an early departure, Pullman Brisbane Airport is there when convenience matters most. It's just 2 kilometres away and features an airport shuttle, wake-up call services, and a first aid room.

  • Roughly 5 kilometres from the airport, Novotel Brisbane Airport is another option nearby. A first aid room, a golf course, and a currency exchange service are among the amenities here.

  • Or make the night before or after your flight easier at Ibis Brisbane Airport. From the airport, it's about 2 kilometres away and offers Wi-Fi, room service, luggage storage, and more.

Car rental options near Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport FAQs

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Brisbane Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Brisbane Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Brisbane Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Brisbane Airport’s departure lounge.

Comfort Inn & Apartments Northgate Airport is the highest-rated hotel near Brisbane Airport, just 4.8km away. Other great hotels nearby include Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport (5.0km from the airport), and Cozy 1 Bedroom Apartment Near Airport. (4.2km away).

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Brisbane Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Brisbane Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Brisbane Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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