Cheap Flights from Sydney to Launceston

Once the home to Midland Plain Aboriginal people, Launceston is the second largest city of Tasmania. Launceston is known for its food scene and places a high value on art and design. The city is considered to be one of the best-preserved cityscapes with its elegant architecture that pays homage to the Colonial and Victorian era. Launceston is a perfect blend of country charm with the ever-evolving cosmopolitan city. Surrounded by nature, it offers the ideal vacation spot to those who wish to straddle both worlds.

Tip: It is ideal for visiting Launceston is between December to February as the weather is more predictable. The weather usually remains warm and dry during these months, unlike the rest of the year when it is generally unpredictable.

Getting to Launceston

The city is serviced by Launceston Airport (LST), an airport that serves thousands of travellers each year. The airport is well connected to the rest of the city via car, metro, bus or taxi. But the car is the primary mode of transport in Launceston. Several flights operate the route. Direct flights from Sydney via Sydney Airport (SYD), are offered by Virgin Australian Airlines and JetStar Airways. Cheap flights to Launceston from Sydney are usually the direct flights. The travel time usually lasts for about four hours for connecting flight and over two hours for direct flights.

Tip: There is no time difference between Launceston and Sydney.

Take in the sights of the city

If you love biking and sight-seeing, then head to Design Tasmania which is a museum of contemporary wood design and grab a Dirtbike. Once you have a helmet and a map, you can pedal away to check out Launceston's cultural and heritage hotspots. Do not miss out on the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, which is the largest regional gallery in all of Australia. If you love your wines, follow the Tamar River to the north to experience Tasmania's premium wine-growing region that is charming with its quaint villages, riverside towns, vineyards, and orchards. Don’t forget to visit Cataract Gorge, which is a one-off natural formation that is only a short ride away from the city.

Launceston is well known for its nightlife. Some of Australia’s oldest pubs are located here. Head to Bakers Lane and Saint John, which are, know for its pubs. Launceston is known for its fresh produce, so whether it is the local pubs and clubs or the local street food, expect quality food made from fresh local produce.

In Launceston, you'll find local hand-made wares, markets filled with fresh grown local produce and stores selling antiques. The city is filled with shops full of boutique designs. If you are in Launceston on Saturday, head to the Salamanca Market in Hobart, which is the most, visited tourist attraction of Tasmania.

Tip: If you wish to do whale watching, then it is best to be in Tasmania during May, June and July, September, October or November.

The best areas for accommodation

Launceston offers a diverse range of accommodation that is suitable for all. Whether it is a budget stay that you are looking at or a luxurious one, Launceston has it all. If you are in Launceston for the first time, then look for accommodations in East Launceston. Travelling with family, then Trevallyn and Riverside is where you need to be. For those who want to take the path less travelled, Scottsdale is your location. Sydney to Launceston flights are plenty, to get best prices for your travel dates to customise your search. If you’d like to travel on a budget, combine your Sydney-Launceston flight booking with discount hotel reservations for great deals.

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