Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Launceston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Launceston

With a population of 106,153, Launceston is a must-see destination in Tasmania, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Launceston deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Launceston

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maple on Abbott (17-19 Abbott St shop 6) and Maple on Cameron (39 Cameron St) are great picks.

When to visit Launceston

Launceston in June
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in June
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Launceston in January, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Launceston, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Launceston

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 161 km from Launceston. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Hobart.

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 161 km from Launceston. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,463 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,860 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,538 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,635 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (248 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,902 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
China Southern
Good (188 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,122 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,228 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (682 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (577 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (262 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (484 reviews)
IndiGo
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Where to stay in Launceston

Average rates range from around $171 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $467 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $26 to $1,269 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 4% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Launceston by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston

Most booked hotels in Launceston

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Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$157+
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Country Club Tasmania
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Coach House Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$106+
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Mercure Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Commodore Regent
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Hiring a car in Launceston

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $2.35 per litre in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.20 and $37.60. Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Launceston, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $2.35 per litre in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.20 and $37.60. Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Launceston, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$55/day

Standard SUV
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