Cheap Flights from Armidale to Brisbane

Explore Queensland’s charming capital city by flying from Armidale to Brisbane, one of the oldest cities in Australia

Airlines flying this route

There are no direct flights between Armidale and Brisbane. Qantas operate connecting flights via Sydney (SYD) on this route.

Your Departure Airport

Armidale Airport (ARM)

Departing from: Armidale Airport only has one main terminal.

The Armidale Regional Airport has very limited facilities; if you need to use an ATM before you fly, or connect to wireless internet, then you must do so before leaving for the airport.  However, ARM does has a café that is open between 6:00am and 2:00pm during the working week (Mon-Fri).

Your Destination Airport

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Arriving in: Domestic Terminal

Passengers flying from Armidale will find that Brisbane Airport is modern and well equipped. There are plenty of amenities, even in the Domestic Terminal, where visitors can grab a coffee, pick up a few travel goodies, or eat in one of the many food outlets.

There’s also free WiFi available for up to 3 hours (please note, you must be on the Level 2 retail area to connect).

Transport

A taxi journey into the centre of town will cost you about $45, and you can pick one up directly outside of the Domestic Terminal. There are airport bus transfers operated by Con-X-ion, which cost $15 per person for a door-to-door service from the airport to your hotel. Passengers can also choose to take the Airtrain, which is pricier than the bus transfer, but this service is very fast, and children under 14 travel for free.

If you want to rent a car, make your way to Level 1 in the Domestic Terminal, where all the rental company desks can be found.

Do you need a form of identification?

Though this is a domestic flight, you must carry photo identification with you. This can be a social security card, a driver’s license or your passport. Please note: if you are an international traveller flying within Australia, it is recommended that you use your passport as your primary form of identification.

How long should you leave to get to the airport?

As this is a domestic flight departing and arriving in domestic terminals, it is recommended that you check in at least 45-60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please be aware that if you are travelling in a group, or are going on to a connecting flight, that you arrive 90-120 minutes before departure time. 

Things you need to know

Time difference: Queensland does not use Daylight Savings Time, and as such it can be the in the same timezone as New South Wales, or an hour behind depending on the time of year. Please make sure you double check the time in this state before you fly.

Weather:  Brisbane is subtropical, and for the most part pretty warm for most of the year. In summer expect highs of up to 30°C, and in the colder months, a temperature dip as low as 10°C.

Whilst Brisbane is not cheap, it is also not terribly expensive in comparison to some of the other major Australian cities. You’ll find a three-course meal for two, at a mid-range restaurant will run you about $80.