Flying from King Island Airport (KNS) to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Leave enough time to make your KNS to LST flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Sharp Airlines is your ticket to exploring Launceston (and perhaps some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Sharp Airlines.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport. Many travellers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Island Airport (KNS) to Launceston Airport (LST)
At the moment, $373 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Island Airport to Launceston Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $683. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KNS to LST, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport.
Handy information about King Island Airport (KNS)
King Island Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.37% of flights that depart KNS arrive at their destination without delay.
Arriving at Launceston Airport (LST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Island Airport to Launceston Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LST instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Launceston Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and see more of Launceston and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Launceston Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
Launceston Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Launceston. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Launceston Airport (LST)
January is the busiest month for flights from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Launceston in April.
When booking your flight from King Island Airport to Launceston Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Launceston, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KNS to LST in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Launceston, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 451 kilometres north-west to Melbourne to check off its must-visit sights. From Federation Square to National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Australia, consider Geelong, roughly 434 kilometres north-west of Launceston. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key reasons to visit.
