Travelling from Brisbane to Perth
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Arriving at Perth Airport
Perth City Centre is approximately 14 kilometres from Perth Airport. The easiest commute to Perth CBD (and the most value friendly) is with Airport Shuttle Perth, running 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Pre-book this service prior with Airport Shuttle Service.
Alternatively you can travel to Perth CBD on the public transport system Transperth, with its many connections from Perth Airport. Other options include taxi, rideshare, and rental car.
You will arrive into Perth’s Domestic Airport at either Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. Make your way outside the terminal to the various transport services.
Transfer times and cost guide (to Perth City):
- Taxi and rideshare: 20mins - approx. $25 to Perth City, $50-$55 to Fremantle
- Airport Shuttle Perth: approx. $24
- Transperth public transport: approx. $4.50 ($1.80 concession)
Read more in our Perth Airport Guide.
Departing from Brisbane Airport
Located 12 kilometres from the heart of Brisbane, Brisbane Airport is best accessed by Airtrain, a 20-minute journey that runs every 15-30 minutes. Either tap on Airtrain with your Translink go card, or pre-book your Airtrain ticket online.
Other travel options to Brisbane Airport are taxi, rideshare, and shuttle bus – or self-drive and utilise the airport parking.
In non-peak time the drive is approximately 20-minutes from Brisbane CBD, however it’s best to allow additional time in peak periods.
Virgin Australia operates from Brisbane Domestic Airport for the flight from Brisbane to Perth. Find more on our fleet here.
What time do I need to arrive at Brisbane Airport?
If you’re planning to check in luggage we recommend that you plan to arrive at the airport 60 minutes prior to your flight time, as check-in is 45 minutes prior departure. This should allow you enough time to grab a coffee before making your way to the departure gate for your flight to Perth.
Read more in our Brisbane Airport Guide.
Perth Itinerary – What to do in a day?
Only have 24 hours in Perth? Here’s a handy guide so you can squeeze in lots of key attractions and things to do, without feeling like you’re a contender on The Amazing Race.
8.30am – Breakfast at Petition
After a good night’s sleep you’re ready to explore. For breakfast enjoy the locals’ favourite, Petition - based inside the stunning historic State Buildings established in 1878 on Barrack Street. Petition is lively by day, and a boisterous bar by evening.
10.00am – Visit to The Perth Mint
You’re kicking off the day with a bit of national and local history at Perth Mint. Jump on the guided tour and learn the fascinating history of the gold rush in Australia including the stories of farmers who were lucky to stumble on the giant nuggets of gold.
11.30am – Catch the latest exhibition at Western Australian Museum
Next up you’re off to Western Australian Museum, to the most recent addition, WA Museum Boola Bardi in Perth Cultural Centre. Home to fabulous changing and permanent exhibitions, you can even catch a film if visiting during Perth Festival (mid-Feb to mid-March).
12.30pm – Lunch treat in arty Northbridge
Today’s lunch is booked at Bivouac, enjoy their ‘feed me’ sharing 4-course banquet that includes all their favourites, lovingly founded from their culinary explorations across the globe.
2pm – Matagarup Bridge for Perth aerial views
Time to work off that incredible lunch, you’re booked on the climb to the top of Perth’s Matagarup Bridge, escalating at a 45-degree angle with 314 steps, you’ll be rewarded with incredible views from Skyview Deck.
3pm – Kings Park and Botanic Garden
After that adrenalin hit you’re ready to wind down, with time at stunning Kings Park and Botanic Garden which incredibly is even larger than New York’s Central Park! Kings Park offers phenomenal views of the city, darling ranges, and Swan and Canning Rivers
4.30pm – Drinks at The Flour Factory
It’s cocktail hour! You’re off to experience The Flour Factor, an inner-city public house across three floors of a historic 100-year-old flour mill, offering over 100 gins from around the world, craft beers, and a seasonal cocktail menu.
7pm – Oyster Bar
Drag yourself away from drinks, you have dinner is booked at Oyster Bar overlooking Swan River in the in the Elizabeth Quay precinct, their humorous tag line ‘don’t just sit there ogling – come and visit us today’. Try one of their changing specials such as “Killa Thursdays” ($2 Kilpatrick oysters) – you’ve reached foodie heaven!
9.00pm – Cheeky nightcap at Bobeche
The lucky last stop for your phenomenal day in Perth is a beverage at a charismatic cocktail bar, Boveche, serving up unique drinks such as their famous teapot punch.
Where to stay in Perth?
Perth offers a great range of accommodation to suit all style and budgets, located throughout the city and inner-city areas – each with their own personality.
Perth CBD
A handy spot to stay in, Perth City provides easy access to all key attractions nearby - Kings Park and Botanic Garden, WA Museum, Art Gallery of Western Australia, Museum of Performing Arts –Optus Stadium too, just 3 kilometres away in Burswood.
South Perth
If culture and coffee and is your thing, South Perth is an ideal area to stay in – it’s full to the brim with farmers markets, cafes, funky shops and cool street art – and easily reached by ferry from Elizabeth Quay in the City. South Perth is also home to a range of events including Fringe World music festival held during summer.
East Perth
For an inner-city vibe pick a stay in East Perth, with its easy reach to central Perth and ‘local’ feel. East Perth is home to cafes, specialty stores, and boutique breweries – plus Perth landmarks such as The Perth Mint.
Northbridge
Enjoy an artsy vibe on your stay? Look no further than Northbridge, the creative hub filled with vintage shops, designers, cultural institutions, local threads. This precinct offers a range of accommodation, from boutique to 5-star, all an easy 5-minute walk from Perth CBD.
Subiaco
Leafy Subiaco, known as ‘Subi’ by the locals, is an ideal community suburb where you can be immersed in theatre and live music, cool cafes and wine bars. Enjoy outdoor Theatre Gardens - and discover cafes, heritage buildings, and the diverse mix of retail shopping. You’re also oh-so-close to 16 beaches, including well-known Scarborough and Cottlesloe Beach.
West Perth
Alongside stunning Kings Park and the vibrant cafes, West Perth is an inner-city commercial precinct easily accessible from the city on the free CAT bus. West Perth offers the perfect blend of nature and city – suiting both leisure and business travellers.
When to visit Perth?
Perth offers plenty of things to do all year-round, and such a perfect climate to do so.
Spring
Spring (September to November) is the ideal time to visit from Brisbane, with comfortable temperatures, colourful wildflowers abloom, and a full and fabulous calendar of events and festivals.
Summer
If you’re planning on hitting the beach, the summer months (December to February) are ideal for your visit to Perth. The city comes alive with events such as Fringe World and Perth Festival, and its food and wine experiences.
Autumn
Autumn (March to May) is a great time to visit Perth if you want to experience outdoor adventures, such as the cycling and walking trails, events such as motorsports, and festivals.
Winter
With daytime temperatures around 20 degrees in winter (June to August) and sunny skies, Brisbane folk will find Perth comfortable and similar to home.
What to pack for your trip to Perth?
Perth offers an enviable temperature year-round, so we recommend that you pack light and breathable clothes. Not too dissimilar to Brisbane, Perth is casual - so a mix of shorts, long pants, dresses and a light jacket should work for most of the year.
Bring comfortable shoes for your city adventures, swimwear if heading to Perth’s beautiful beaches, and sunscreen.
For the cooler months throw in some extra layers and a medium weight jacket.
Must Packs-
- Summer: lightweight clothes, sunscreen, comfortable dresses for women, short- sleeved shirts for the men
- Autumn: a light jacket
- Winter: jeans, boots, short and long-sleeved tops, medium weight jacket
- Spring: a light jacket for cooler evenings
Brisbane to Perth - Quick facts
Plane |
Boeing 737-700 / Boeing 737-800 |
|---|---|
Airport |
Perth Airport (T1) |
Airport transfer time |
25mins to city |
Average flight time |
5hr 55mins |
Timezone |
GMT +8 |
Cabins |
Business, Economy X, Economy |
Frequently asked questions - Brisbane to Perth flights
The average time for your direct flight from Brisbane to Perth is 5 hours and 55 minutes direct, longer with stopovers involved.
*Note: flight times should be used as a guide only. Carefully consider your requirements before travelling and always allow extra time to arrive at your destination.
You will travel over 3,600 kilometres on your flight from Brisbane to Perth.
During peak periods, Virgin Australia flies up to 3 direct flights a day from Brisbane to Perth plus up to an additional 16 flights that include a stopover, operating regularly scheduled flights from 8.55am to 5.05pm.
Virgin Australia flies our Boeing 737-700 and 737-800 on the Brisbane to Perth route. Find out more information on our fleet here.