Tasmania's second-busiest airport serving northern Launceston.
Opened
1956
Location
Launceston (Western Junction), Australia
Launceston Airport (IATA: LST, ICAO: YMLT) is located at Western Junction, approximately 15 kilometres south of Launceston city centre in northern Tasmania, Australia. It serves as the main gateway for visitors to the Tamar Valley wine region, Cradle Mountain, and other northern Tasmanian attractions.
The airport handles primarily domestic routes, with direct flights to mainland Australian cities including Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. It is one of the busiest regional airports in Australia and plays a vital role in Tasmania's tourism and business travel sectors.
The airport underwent significant redevelopment and terminal upgrades in the 2010s to improve passenger facilities and accommodate growing traffic. It is operated by Launceston Airport Pty Ltd under a long-term lease from the Australian federal government.
Terminals
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building handling both arrivals and departures for domestic passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxi, rideshare services, and shuttle buses connecting the airport to Launceston city centre approximately 15 kilometres away.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving Launceston include Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex (Regional Express), offering routes to mainland Australian cities.
Notable facts
- ›Located at Western Junction, about 15 km south of Launceston CBD.
- ›Tasmania's second-busiest airport after Hobart Airport.
- ›Handles over one million passengers per year in peak periods.
- ›The airport lease is held by Launceston Airport Pty Ltd under a 50-year agreement from the Australian government.
- ›Serves as a key entry point for tourism to northern Tasmania, including access to Cradle Mountain and the Tamar Valley.
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