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 July
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in July
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 8 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 100 miles from Launceston. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL, among others, in Hobart.

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 100 miles from Launceston. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

United Airlines
Good (9,491 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,545 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,844 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,231 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (298 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,147 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,902 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,973 reviews)
China Southern
Good (145 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,011 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,507 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (621 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,839 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (535 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (236 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (449 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (545 reviews)
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Where to stay in Launceston

Average rates range from around $142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $473 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $26 to $1,286 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 9% 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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Country Club Tasmania
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$152+
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Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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Mercure Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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Coach House Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$121+
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Hiring a car in Launceston

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $79 per day, on average, or $158 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 $2.14 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 $25.62 and $34.15. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact SUV or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $79 per day, on average, or $158 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 $2.14 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 $25.62 and $34.15. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact SUV or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$44/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$53/day

Intermediate
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