Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 August
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in August
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Launceston in January, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Launceston, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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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 center. The shortest flight to Launceston from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 19h 25m.

Car

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

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Launceston from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 19h 25m.

Car

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

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

United Airlines
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Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
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Excellent (1,522 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (308 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (216 reviews)
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ANA
Excellent (1,212 reviews)
Air India
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China Southern
Good (152 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,041 reviews)
American Airlines
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Air New Zealand
Excellent (648 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (543 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (242 reviews)
Virgin Australia
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IndiGo
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Air Niugini
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Where to stay in Launceston

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Launceston, with prices from $18 to $886 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Launceston are about 9% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston

Most booked hotels in Launceston

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Arendon Cottage
0 stars
Excellent (9.6, 214 reviews)
$218+
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Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1741 reviews)
$95+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3558 reviews)
$84+
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Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3485 reviews)
$83+
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Mercure Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1601 reviews)
$93+
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Commodore Regent
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1583 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Launceston

Renting a car in Launceston costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Launceston.

Expect to pay $5.03 per gallon in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $60.42 and $80.55. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Launceston, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Launceston costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Launceston.

Expect to pay $5.03 per gallon in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $60.42 and $80.55. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Launceston, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Launceston

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$21/day

Compact

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$23/day

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