Here’s all you need to know about the one, the only, Perth Airport:
Perth Airport (PER), an international, domestic, and general aviation airport, is the fourth busiest in the country and is located just 10km east of the Perth central business district.
Getting to and from Perth Airport
- Train. Travellers can head to the airport by train as the Perth Airport Train Station is conveniently located near terminals 1 and 2.
- Bus. There are several bus routes that operate to and from Perth Airport, with stops throughout the terminal.
- Taxi. There is a taxi and ride-share pick-up area outside the airport, between terminals 1 and 2.
- Private vehicles. Family and friends taking their loved ones to the airport can make use of the parking facilities or the drop-off area.
- Hire cars. Car rental options are available at the airport.
Parking options
- Long term. Travellers with longer trips can opt for long term parking with free shuttle bus transfers every 15 minutes to the terminal. These only cost $99 for up to 99 days with single entry and exit.
- Long term undercover. There are also over 500 car bays with shade sails located just a few minutes’ walk from the terminal for long term parking options.
- Short term. This provides the perfect option for travellers on a short trip and those taking loved ones to the airport as it is right outside the terminal doors.
- Short term saver. There is also a more budget-friendly parking facility just a few minutes’ walk from check-in at terminals 3 and 4.
- Valet parking. Travellers can take advantage of the quickest and most convenient parking option at Perth Airport.
Departure procedures
The departure procedures at Perth Airport are fairly simple as it is smaller in comparison to mega airports like Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne. There are clear signages and helpful staff to guide travellers through the check-in, security screening, and boarding procedures.
Arrival procedures
Arriving at Perth Airport is similar to any other airport as travellers must adhere to customs and declare necessary items on their incoming passenger card. Smart Gate systems allow travellers with eligible passports to pass through more conveniently. Lastly, baggage claimed will also be subject to inspection by the Australian Border Force and the Department of Agriculture.
Facilities at Perth Airport
- Free Wi-Fi. Perth Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout all four terminals.
- Baggage storage. Travellers with long layovers can store their baggage at the baggage storage areas to move around the terminal more freely.
- Airport lounges. The airport offers a good range of lounges for airline members such as the Qantas International Transit Lounge and Domestic Business Lounge.
- Waiting areas. Non-members can still sit back and relax at the comfortable waiting areas outside each gate. The public areas have long seats without armrests so they can be used for a quick nap.
- Sleeping pods. Travellers that need more comfortable sleeping arrangements can take advantage of the sleeping pods at terminal 1.
- Gastronomy. There are various dining options at each terminal for quick bites or complete meals.
Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)
Visitors to the country can claim a refund on goods and services tax (GST) and wine equilisation tax (WET) that they have paid on certain good during their stay. It is open to all overseas travellers and Australian residents. There are certain conditions to claim the refund:
- Spend $300 or more (including GST)
- Goods must be purchased no more than 60 days before departing Australia
- Goods must be paid by the traveller themself
- They must have an original tax invoice for the goods
- wear or carry the goods on board as hand luggage (unless they are liquids, gels or aerosols or oversized or bulky goods which must be checked-in) and present them along with your tax invoice, passport and boarding pass to a Tourist Refund Scheme desk prior to departing.
New terminal opening in 2031
Perth Airport partnered with DXC Technology as Master Systems Integrator (MSI) for a new terminal in development, a key milestone in the airport’s multi-billion-dollar investment to transform its infrastructure. Key details of the partnership:
- The new terminal facilities, scheduled to open in 2031, will bring all commercial airline operations into a single central location to improve efficiency and enhance the passenger journey.
- DXC will manage the design, integration, testing and commissioning of more than 70 information technology and operational systems that will support the new terminal facilities in addition to ensuring they work together to deliver a connected and smooth passenger experience.
- DXC will also oversee interoperability of the systems used by key airport stakeholders, including airlines, ground handlers, retailers, and government agencies.
