Perth Flights information: book a ticket to Perth
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and one of the most isolated cities in the world. It boasts spectacular beaches, beautiful landscapes and a laid-back (but sometimes cosmopolitan) atmosphere.
Which airlines offer flights to Perth?
Perth Airport is the gateway to Western Australia. Merely 12 kilometres from the heart of Perth it has domestic airlines from many locations within the state and interstate.
Domestic Airlines that operate services to Western Australia include Qantas, Virgin Blue, Jetstar, Airnorth, and Skywest (within Western Australia only).
International airlines with flights to Perth include Qantas, Singapore Airlines and the more recently Tiger Airways.
Transport to Perth from the Airport
A city shuttle service is available for Perth Airport with pick up and drop off points near a number of Perth accommodation hotspots.
The shuttle goes to the following areas:
- Northbridge
- Perth City Centre
- Mill Point Road
- West Perth
- East Perth
- Great Eastern Highway
The Perth Airport to Perth City Shuttle meets each domestic arrival within three quarters of an hour of luggage collection. Prices start from $12 one way or $22 return and family packages are available. Other transport options are available including taxis and car hire from the airport.
Perth travel information and events
No matter what your taste Perth has something to offer everyone. Below is a sample of the major events within the Perth region:
- Lotterywest Australia Day Skyworks - Jan
- WAMi Festival - Feb
- Multiplex Living Rottnest Channel Swim - Feb
- Australian Surf Life Saving Championships - Mar
- V8 Supercar Championship, Barbagallo Raceway - Mar
- Rugby Test - Australia v Fiji - June
- Multiplex Avon Descent - Aug
- Red Bull Air Race - Nov
- Hyundai Hopman Cup XX - Dec/Jan
Perth hotels and accommodation
There are a lots of hotel, motel and hostel options in and around the Perth area. For those wanting to stay close to the airport there are a number of discount motels on the Great Eastern Highway which is approximately 10 minutes from the city. If you would like to be a little closer to the city centre however there are luxury hotel options available within the CBD and apartments for rent on Mill Point road and Subiaco.
Below is a list of accommodation ranging from 5 to 10 minutes from the Perth Airport:
- Holiday Inn Burswood
- Sheraton Perth Hotel
- Comfort Inn Bel Eyre
- The Sabel Perth
- Hyatt Regency Perth
See here for more accommodation options.