Brisbane Airport is the 3rd busiest airport in Australia and handles over 4 million passengers a year. It is a major hub for Virgin Australia and Sydney is the busiest route. If you have car hire at Brisbane Airport, it is an easy drive to the city using the inner city bypass and has a journey time of 20 minutes. There are flights to 46 domestic destinations and 32 international destinations.
Brisbane Airport has 2 terminals, one for domestic flights and one for international flights and a train and bus service connects the terminals. In the domestic terminal, there is a newsagent and Rip Curl surf shop as well as five food outlets including Merlo and Eagle Boys. In both terminals, there are ATMs and currency exchange booths for all your money needs. You will also find airline lounges for business and first class passengers and a visitor information service for all your enquiries. In the international terminal there are internet kiosks for passenger use as well as 14 shops to keep you busy, with everything from souvenirs and gifts to duty free and surfing items. If you need to eat, there are 11 food outlets including Red Rooster, Noodle Box and Donut King. Brisbane Airport also has its own Airport Village, where there are shops and cafes and also a museum and experience centre.
Brisbane is on Queensland’s Gold Coast and is the 3rd largest city in Australia. It is often seen as youthful and friendly and a mecca for surfers. For world class shopping, go to the Queen’s Street Mall or for alternative shops and great nightlife, head for The Valley and Chinatown. West End attracts a bohemian crowd by day and by night and explore New Farm for trendy and upmarket restaurants and shops. Take a city ferry along the river for a relaxing trip or head for the inner city beach and surf and swim at Southbank. If culture is your thing, visit the Capes and Queensland Cultural Precinct which is home to the Queensland Museum, Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art. Car Hire in Brisbane is a perfect way to explore the city and the beautiful countryside outside of the city. You can take a drive out to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary or head for the beautiful Moreton Bay and Islands. Stop off at Manly boat harbour and admire Mount Coot-tha.
