Car hire Launceston Airport

No Tasmanian airport has grown at a quicker rate than the one serving the Australian island's second-most populated city. This airport's rural Western Junction location lies less than 10 miles from central Launceston with car hire in Launceston Airport. Only Hobart International Airport welcomes more passengers to Tasmania than this airport, which regularly greets over a million visitors each year.

Launceston Airport facilities

A massive expansion doubled the airport terminal's size in 2009. The terminal now includes two newsstands, two cafés, a sushi kiosk and six separate dealerships at which to compare car hire. Passengers should be prepared to have their baggage scanned and sniffed by dogs.

Launceston Airport excursions

The South and North Esk rivers meet to become the Tamar River in Launceston, which is among Australia's oldest cities. It takes 10 minutes to reach the unique Tamar Islands urban wetland reserve with car rental in Launceston Airport, while Cataract Gorge is less than a mile away from the city centre. Ben Lomond National Park is a popular summer hiking and winter skiing site.

Best time to visit

The numerous mountains and hills surrounding Launceston's Tamar Valley means the city's weather can change dramatically on a moment's notice. January and February are Launceston's hottest months, while foggy mornings are usually the most unpleasant winter conditions. Winter is Launceston's least windy season, and the city hasn't seen snowfall for over 25 years.

Car rental in Launceston Airport

As one of Tasmania's major transportation hubs, Launceston can be reached along Highway 1 in various directions from Davenport, Hobart or Burnie. The scenic Route 15,between Launceston and Hobart,takes motorists through Cradle Mountain, the Huon Valley and Lake St Claire, the deepest lake in Australia. Motorists are more likely to encounter wildlife just before sunset or sunrise.