Canberra Airport, previously known as Canberra International Airport, is located at the eastern edge of North Canberra, about 10 minutes’ drive from the Canberra’s city centre and about 3 hours’ drive from Sidney. The airport serves flights to the main capital cities of Australia and to Newcastle and the Gold Coast.
A major redevelopment program was initiated in the year 2009 which is expected to end this year. In thus redevelopment project, the main terminal of the airport is being replenished.
Canberra Airport has a wide range of high-quality CBR airport hotels for you to choose from, in 12 minutes’ drive radius at most. Most of the sightseeing around Canberra itself can be done while staying at one of them so make don’t miss a chance to visit. Taxi operators will also be available to take you sightseeing from the airport itself.
Landing in and booking a stay near Canberra Airport puts you in the perfect place to explore the interesting city of Canberra. If you visited Canberra for the first time, you will definitely want to stay to stay around and enjoy the attractions for a while. To start with, you can visit the government buildings of the Australian capitol. The National Museum, the National Library and the National Gallery also provide interesting sights and the Australian War memorial is just one of many memorials to be seen all around Canberra. You might also want to visit the National Dinosaur Museum, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, the Black Mountain Tower, the National Zoo and Aquarium and Questacon – the National Science and Technology Centre.
Access to and from Canberra Airport is handled by car, car hire or taxi and organized bus services. There are always cabs at the airport waiting flights to come in the indoor taxi rank. Booking a coach from Canberra Airport to Snow Fields in New South Wales is also an option. Car hire operators can also be found in the City and provide good options for transport to and from the airport.
Canberra Airport has recently added many assets to its list of facilities. Dining at the airport is provided by several establishments offering a wide variety of products. Various retail options exist catering to most of your needs, and you shouldn’t be worried about not having a chance to grab a souvenir! There is also a readily available currency exchange facility, and for instant money dispensation there is an automated tailor machine for those quick withdrawals. Canberra Airport also has postal services that can be accessed from the first floor of the terminal. If you want to get in touch with your loved ones, there is a public telecommunication service at the airport.
