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Distance to Geraldton9.3km
Distance to Mt Tarcoola7.1km
Most popular destinationPerth

Is Geraldton Airport a busy airport?

You're arriving at Geraldton Airport, a key regional hub that efficiently manages the comings and goings of around 100,000 to 150,000 passengers annually. Despite being served by major airlines like QantasLink and Nexus Airlines, along with smaller operators offering charter services, the airport operates below its full capacity. Daily flights are primarily to Perth, with 2-4 flights each day, showcasing a steady flow of activity. As you navigate through, you'll notice the airport's crucial role in supporting local industries such as mining and tourism, underscoring its significance in the region's transport network. While infrastructure upgrades are on the horizon to increase capabilities, the current setup ensures smooth and effective operations.

The best way to get to and from Geraldton Airport to the city centre

Arriving at Geraldton Airport presents you with straightforward choices for reaching the city centre. Situated approximately 11 to 12 kilometres away, driving to or from the CBD typically takes just 11 minutes, though do allow for occasional traffic fluctuations. For those without a car, various rental services such as Budget, Avis, and Europcar are on hand to provide flexible travel solutions. Alternatively, Path Transit operates bus services linking the airport and the city. It's advisable to visit the Path Transit website for specific route details and updates to ensure a smooth transit experience. Ensure you check local bus schedules or consult the relevant transit authority ahead of your journey to stay informed.

Geraldton Airport terminal information

At Geraldton Airport, you'll find the Greenough Terminal, your hub for arriving and departing flights. Grab a meal or drink at the airport café, which adjusts its hours to match flight times. While there aren't shopping spots to browse, you can relax in both indoor and outdoor seating areas. Facilities include public restrooms with accessible options and baby changing stations, plus showers for freshening up. If you need to rent a car, head to the service near baggage claim. The terminal has two boarding gates and a VIP room for hire. If assistance is needed, especially for disabled passengers, arranging with your airline beforehand is advised. Remember, security screening is required to enter the departure lounge.

What parking options are available near Geraldton Airport?

When arriving at Geraldton Airport, you'll find convenient parking options. Short-term parking is right in front of the terminal and offers free parking for the first two hours. It's perfect for quick drop-offs or pick-ups. If you're staying longer, there's a long-term parking lot just a short two-minute walk away, also giving you the first two hours free. Both areas are ideally located to make your transition to the terminal as smooth as possible. Remember, it's a good idea to check the current parking details directly with the airport before your visit.


Geraldton Airport FAQs

Yes, Virgin Australia operates to and from both Geraldton Airport Arrivals and Departures.
Yes. There are Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Avis, Routes Car Rentals and Keddy By Europcar pick-up points in or near to Geraldton Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.
For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Geraldton Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Geraldton Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Geraldton Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.
We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Geraldton Airport’s departure lounge.
Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Geraldton Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.
Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.
Don’t panic! If you are not already at Geraldton Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Geraldton Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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