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 September
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in September
Estimated hotel price
$164
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 Virgin Australia. 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 100 miles 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 8 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Virgin Australia. 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 100 miles 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 (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,132 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,545 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,588 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (317 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,989 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,301 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,941 reviews)
China Southern
Good (172 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,085 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,013 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (665 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (568 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (473 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (256 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (582 reviews)
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Where to stay in Launceston

Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $453 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $25 to $1,232 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 13% 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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Peppers Silo Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$235+
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Country Club Tasmania
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$143+
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Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$136+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Coach House Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$100+
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Commodore Regent
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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Hiring a car in Launceston

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.95 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 $23.37 and $31.16. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.95 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 $23.37 and $31.16. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Compact

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$33/day

Intermediate SUV
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