Perth Airport Guide: Terminals, City Transport and Nearby Hotels

Perth Airport (PER) serves Western Australia through two passenger terminal precincts: T1/T2 and T3/T4. Check your flight’s terminal before travelling. For central Perth, T1/T2 passengers can use Airport Central Station; T3/T4 passengers can connect to Redcliffe Station using Bus Route 292.

The Airport Central–Perth Station train ride takes approximately 18 minutes, excluding walking and waiting. Taxis, rideshare and pre-arranged transfers may suit travellers who want a direct journey to their accommodation.

Perth Airport at a glance

Item	Details
Airport code	PER
Location	Perth, Western Australia
International terminals	T1 and T3, depending on the service
Domestic terminals	T1, T2, T3 and T4
Terminal precincts	T1/T2 and T3/T4
Rail access	Airport Central for T1/T2; Redcliffe plus Bus 292 for T3/T4

Which Perth Airport terminal do you need?

T1 handles international and domestic services. T2 serves domestic flights. T3 handles international and domestic services, while T4 serves domestic operations. An airline may use more than one terminal, so its name alone may not tell you where to go.

Use your flight number and itinerary to confirm the terminal with your airline and consult Perth Airport’s terminal information and maps. Recheck before departure because terminal arrangements can change.

Perth Airport code PER and airport information

Transferring between T1/T2 and T3/T4

The two precincts are roughly a 10–15-minute drive apart under normal conditions. This is a driving estimate, not the total time needed to connect between flights.

The airport provides a free terminal transfer shuttle. Its published service pattern is approximately every 20 minutes from 06:00 to 22:00 and every 30 minutes overnight. Consult the current terminal-transfer timetable and follow signs for the pickup point.

Allow for the shuttle wait, traffic, any required baggage collection and recheck, and security or border procedures. Confirm baggage arrangements and connection requirements with your airline, particularly when travelling on separate bookings. Do not plan a connection around the drive time alone.

Perth Airport terminals T1 T2 T3 and T4 across two terminal precincts

Getting from Perth Airport to the city

Train from T1/T2

Airport Central Station connects with T1/T2 via the Skybridge walkway. The train journey to Perth Station in the central business district takes approximately 18 minutes. Your complete journey also includes the walk to the station, waiting time and any onward connection.

Train and bus from T3/T4

T3/T4 passengers use Bus Route 292 to connect with Redcliffe Station on the Airport Line. Do not assume Redcliffe Station is inside the terminal buildings or that the 18-minute Airport Central journey represents the full T3/T4 trip.

Check service times, fares and disruptions for your travel date with Transperth. Perth Airport’s public transport guide explains the station and terminal connections.

Taxi, rideshare and private transfers

These options can suit families, groups and travellers with substantial luggage or accommodation away from a station. Follow signs for your terminal’s designated pickup area. For rideshare, use the meeting instructions in your app.

Before booking a private transfer, confirm the terminal, passenger and baggage capacity, waiting arrangements, and any charges for delays. Compare the total quote rather than assuming one option is always cheaper.

Transport options from Perth Airport to Perth city including train taxi and rideshare

Which option suits your trip?

Your situation	Option to consider	Check before travelling
Central hotel near a station; manageable bags	Train, with Bus 292 if using T3/T4	Operating times and the final walk
Family, several bags or hotel away from rail	Taxi or rideshare	Vehicle capacity and total fare
Group wanting a booked pickup	Private transfer	Meeting point and delay policy
Road trip beyond Perth	Rental car	Collection location and opening hours

Choosing accommodation near Perth Airport

For an early flight, late arrival or overnight stop, compare accommodation by its travel time to your actual terminal precinct. A property described as “near Perth Airport” may still require a road transfer.

Before booking, confirm the property’s operating status, reception hours, and shuttle or transfer arrangements. Ask whether the service reaches T1/T2, T3/T4 or both, whether advance booking is required, and whether it runs at your flight time. Do not assume a complimentary or overnight shuttle is included.

Airport-area accommodation can be practical for a short stop. A city hotel may be more convenient for several days of sightseeing, restaurants and onward public transport. Compare the entire itinerary rather than distance from the airport alone.

International arrivals: what to expect

1. Follow arrival signs and staff instructions for passport and border processing.
2. Collect checked baggage when required for your itinerary.
3. Complete customs and biosecurity procedures, including any required declarations.
4. After clearance, follow signs for your onward flight, ground transport or meeting point.

Australia controls the entry of certain food, plant material and animal products. Read the official biosecurity guidance before packing and declare goods as required. Declaring an item does not guarantee that it can enter Australia; officers assess whether the relevant conditions are met.

Departures, pickup and road access

Follow your airline’s check-in and baggage-drop deadlines and allow time for security and any departure border procedures. Confirm your terminal before leaving your accommodation.

Perth Airport currently advises allowing at least 30 extra minutes for travel around T1/T2 during peak periods: 04:00–06:00 and 17:00–20:00, Monday to Thursday. Construction and congestion can affect cars, taxis, rideshare and buses. Check the latest airport traffic notice for your trip.

If someone is collecting you, share your terminal and flight number. Use the designated pickup area and check the airport’s pickup and parking guidance before entering a waiting area.

Perth Airport international departures with check-in security and border processing

Facilities at Perth Airport

Free Wi-Fi is available across T1–T4. Facilities vary by terminal and by whether you are before or after security. Check the facilities directory for baggage storage, lounges and other services; lounge access depends on eligibility and opening hours.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Perth Airport code?

The airport code is PER. It identifies Perth Airport in flight bookings, baggage tags and airline itineraries.

Do all international flights use T1?

No. Perth Airport has international facilities at T1 and T3. Confirm the terminal for your specific flight.

Does the train take 18 minutes from every terminal?

No. Approximately 18 minutes refers to the train journey from Airport Central to Perth Station. It excludes walking and waiting. T3/T4 passengers also need the Bus 292 connection to Redcliffe Station.

How much time should I allow to change terminals?

There is no single connection allowance that suits every itinerary. Include the transfer wait and drive, plus any baggage, check-in, security and border procedures. Confirm the requirements with your airline.

Before you travel

Confirm your terminal, transport and accommodation arrangements before departure. Check the Department of Home Affairs guidance for the visa and entry requirements that apply to your circumstances. Australian Immigration Services (auimmigration.org) is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Australian Government. Contact our support team to ask what assistance is available for your circumstances.