Launceston Airport (LST)
Launceston (Western Junction), AU 🇦🇺 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
YMLT
IATA
LST
Elevation
562 ft
Region
AU-TAS
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GPS Code: YMLT
Local Code: Not available
Location: -41.544935° N, 147.210785° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Launceston Airport (LST) offers 21 flight routes operated by 8 airlines. Major carriers include Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas and others. Popular destinations from Launceston (Western Junction) include Melbourne Tullamarine, Sydney, Brisbane, Hobart Int'l and Flinders Island.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL) new
- Sydney (SYD) new
- Brisbane (BNE) new
- Hobart Int'l (HBA) new
- Adelaide Int'l (ADL) new
- Cape Barren Island (CBI) new
- Flinders Island (FLS) new
- Burnie (BWT) new
- Perth Int'l (PER) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
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Top Airlines
Operating at Launceston AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jetstar
JST
/ JQ
|
3 | 233 | 3 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Virgin Australia
VOZ
/ VA
|
5 | 217 | 5 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Qantas
QFA
/ QF
|
3 | 103 | 3 | Jan 29, 2026 |
|
QantasLink
QLK
|
2 | 101 | 2 | Jan 29, 2026 |
|
Shanghai Airlines Cargo
SH
/ SH
|
2 | 101 | 2 | Jan 1, 2026 |
|
Alliance Airlines
UTY
/ QQ
|
1 | 48 | 1 | Jan 29, 2026 |
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Airlines of Tasmania
ATM
/ FO
|
2 | 20 | 2 | Jan 26, 2026 |
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QantasLink
QJE
|
1 | 3 | 1 | Nov 3, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14L/32R |
2297 ft | 60 ft | GRS | Active |
14R/32L |
6499 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
18/36 |
2264 ft | 60 ft | GRS | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 112.6 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 126.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
A dedicated taxi rank is located directly outside the terminal building, with taxis available to meet all arriving flights. Rideshare services, such as Uber and DiDi, also operate from the airport with a designated pickup area.
Rental Cars
Several major car rental companies have service desks inside the arrivals hall, including Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar, and Sixt. Vehicles are collected from the car park adjacent to the terminal. Booking in advance is highly recommended, especially during peak seasons.
Public Transportation
There are no direct public bus routes to and from the airport. The main alternative is the Launceston Airport Shuttle, which provides door-to-door service to city hotels and accommodation. It is advisable to book the shuttle in advance to secure a seat.
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