Perth International Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended…

Since 2022 Metronet's Airport Line has linked the airport to the centre in just 18 minutes for a flat fare of 5 AUD, which makes the city centre almost always the best choice even for those departing in the morning. No real hotel is found just steps from the runways, though: those who want to stay very close to the terminal have to settle for private accommodations with no quality guarantees, so for a short stopover it's still worth moving towards Perth CBD or Northbridge. The choice only changes for those looking for evening life: Northbridge remains the neighbourhood with the most restaurants and venues open late.

Perth CBD

City centre · The Airport Line reaches Perth Station in 18 minutes (zone fare capped at 5 AUD): from T1/T2 you depart directly from Airport Central Station, from T3/T4 you first need a free 5-minute shuttle to Redcliffe station. Trains every 12-15 minutes by day, every 30 at night, from 6 to midnight.

Best for: Those who want the most convenient rail link to the airport, with the museums, Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park within walking distance.

Pros

Direct and affordable rail link to the airport, running almost all night
Elizabeth Quay, Kings Park and the Perth Convention Centre within walking distance

Cons

From T3/T4 you have to change to the Redcliffe shuttle, a few minutes more than from T1/T2
The heart of the CBD empties out early in the evening on weekdays

Recommended hotels in this area

InterContinental Perth City Centre: 640 metres from Perth Station, with a direct interchange for the Airport Line; on Hay Street, a ten-minute walk from Elizabeth Quay.
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth: 205 rooms on Elizabeth Quay with views over the Swan River, an infinity pool and a spa; on Barrack Street, in the part of the CBD closest to the riverfront.

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Northbridge

Neighbourhood · From Perth Station, about 10-15 minutes on foot, you take the Airport Line to the airport in 18 minutes; by direct taxi from the airport the journey is about 20-25 minutes.

Best for: Those looking for restaurants, bars and nightlife within walking distance of the hotel, accepting a few extra minutes to the station.

Pros

Yagan Square, the Western Australian Museum and the venues of James Street just steps away
A neighbourhood alive until late, with a wider range of restaurants than in the CBD

Cons

The nearest railway station still requires a 10-15 minute walk
On weekends the central streets of Northbridge are noisy until late at night

Recommended hotels in this area

DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Northbridge: On James Street, in the heart of the entertainment district; outdoor pool and a gym open 24 hours, welcome cookie at check-in.

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East Perth

Neighbourhood · Claisebrook station is about 2 minutes by car; from there the Midland line takes you to Perth Station in a few minutes, from which you continue on the Airport Line towards the airport.

Best for: Those who want to stay close to the Swan River and the WACA, with the centre still just a few minutes away on foot or by car.

Pros

Views over the Swan River and the gardens of Langley Park, a quieter area than the CBD
WACA and the Perth Mint reachable in about ten minutes on foot

Cons

A train change (or a taxi) is still needed to reach the airport
Fewer restaurants and evening venues than Northbridge or the CBD

Recommended hotels in this area

ibis Styles East Perth: An 18-storey modular hotel on Adelaide Terrace, a ten-minute walk from the WACA and the Perth Mint; a gym with river views open 24 hours.

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