Launceston Airport
Launceston Airport (LST) is located 15km (9.5 miles) from the city. It's Tasmania's fastest growing airport and the second busiest in the state.
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Departures
Check-in
Ensure you check in for your flight before you arrive at the airport. Check-in for domestic flights opens 24 hours before departure and closes 30 minutes before departure.
There are four easy options to complete check-in:
- Online via qantas.com
- Using the Qantas App
- Manage booking
- Your bookings if you're a Qantas Frequent Flyer
Download your digital boarding pass after checking in online and you’re ready to go.
Customers who require special assistance, unaccompanied minors or large groups, please make yourself known to our friendly customer service agents who will be able to assist you with the check-in process.
Our domestic airports are cashless. Purchase tickets, additional baggage and other Qantas flight related products online. Excess baggage payments can be made by credit card at our self-serve bag tag kiosks.
Seat selection
Complimentary seat selection is available online for all domestic flights from the moment you book your flight. If you haven’t selected a seat before you complete your online check-in, you will be assigned a seat. You can change your seat online up to 30 minutes before your flight departure.
Checked baggage
Don’t forget, if you’re travelling with checked bags, you need to drop them off at least 30 minutes before departure for domestic flights. Use your digital boarding pass at our self-serve bag tag kiosks to print your baggage tags before proceeding to the self-serve bag drop.
Need to bring a bit extra? Pre-purchase an additional baggage allowance online and save on airport prices.
Flight status
View our flight status page for departure information.
Arrivals
Baggage
Baggage carousels are located in the arrivals hall.
Baggage services has a counter located to the right of check-in counter 1.
Open from 5am to 9.30pm.
Flight status
View our flight status page for arrival information.
Lounges
Find out about lounge features, operating hours and access to the Launceston Qantas Club
Transport
| Transport | Details |
|---|---|
| Car | The airport is approximately a 20 minute drive from the city. Car parking is available. Visit Launceston Airport for further information and current parking rates. |
| Taxis | The taxi rank is located outside the terminal building. |
| Rideshare | The designated pick-up point for Uber and other rideshare services is located adjacent to the undercover car park. Just follow the signs, once you have requested a ride through the app. |
| Buses | Airporter shuttle busOpens in a new tab or window operate buses from Launceston city to the airport. |
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