What to Expect When Arriving in Perth Airport
Know before you go with our easy passenger guide. Find all the necessary information here to make travelling through Perth Airport as easy as possible.Arriving in a new city can be incredibly daunting, even more so in a foreign language!
In this blog post, we cover what you can expect to find when arriving at Terminal 1 (International Arrivals) at Perth Airport as well as how to get to your hotel or accommodation. Most international airlines, other than Qantas all arrive at Terminal.
Source — Exploretoursperth.com.au
Prohibited items & dangerous goods
Prohibited items
To ensure air travel remains safe, there are a number of items that are prohibited from being carried in your hand luggage because they present an aviation security risk. Examples of prohibited items that cannot be taken on board an aircraft as carry-on baggage include sporting goods, kitchen utensils, tools, sharp items, blunt objects, flammable and household goods.A list of prohibited items can be found on the Australian Government's TravelSECURE website.
Each airline operates under its own Conditions of Carriage, which may indicate what you cannot take on board or pack in your checked baggage. You should check with your airline if you are unsure whether you can take a particular item on board.
You will be asked to surrender any prohibited items found in your hand luggage when passing through security screening. Failure to surrender an item when requested will result in you being unable to pass through to the terminal’s secure area and to travel.
All items surrendered at the security screening points at Perth Airport managed terminals (T1, T2, and T3) are auctioned throughout the year, with proceeds raised going to children's charities, including for the purchase of essential medical equipment for the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation.
Dangerous goods
There are some items that aren’t meant to fly at all as they pose a health or safety risk when transported by air. They range from the obvious - such as explosives and dangerous or volatile chemicals such as petrol and strong acids - to seemingly innocuous everyday items that can cause problems if not handled correctly, such as aerosols and batteries.For more information on what not to pack, please visit the Australian Government’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) website and check with your airline prior to travel.
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Quantity restrictions
There are restrictions on the number of powders, liquids, aerosols, and gels you may carry, including duty-free liquids, aerosols, and gels. These restrictions do not apply to your checked baggage carried in the hold of the aircraft.What are they?
Powder - fine dry particles (may also come in clumpy, grain or compressed forms)Liquid - a substance that is a liquid when at room temperature
Aerosol - a substance kept in a container under pressure
Gel - a jelly-like substance
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Security at Perth Airport
The Australian Government regulates the security requirements at Australian airports, including at Perth Airport. Being a security controlled airport, every passenger and visitor passing through to secure areas, and their bags, are screened for prohibited items and dangerous goods.
It’s important to know exactly what you can and can’t take through security screening at the airport before you arrive. A little pre-planning can save you a lot of hassle when you arrive and ensure you get through the security screening process as quickly as possible.
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Where to exchange money in Perth
If you’ve managed to avoid the airport, and you’d rather not use an ATM, there are various foreign exchange companies you can use. These include UAE Exchange Australia, Exchange Now and RedRate Exchange.
Keep in mind that there's no such thing as a fee-free foreign exchange transaction. While a company may claim it doesn’t charge fees or earn a commission, it probably builds its profit into the exchange rate. You can easily measure whether a company is offering you a fair deal by comparing its exchange rate to the live mid-market rate.
Source — Transferwise.com
Getting Connected
Phones and Sim Cards
Visit Vodafone to get the latest mobile services, including Prepaid SIM cards, for all your voice and data needs for use throughout Australia to ensure you stay connected with your family and friends overseas. We also provide the latest mobile products and accessories.
Vodafone is conveniently located in Terminal 1, International Arrivals. Our friendly team will help take the hassle out of international travel.
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Internet at Perth Airport
Wireless internet access is available in the Departures Lounge of Terminal 1, International and Terminal 3 in the Arrival and Departure Lounges.
Food and beverage outlets in Terminal 3 are also within the WiFi range. The Wireless service is provided in partnership with Azure, and any device that supports WiFi can connect to the service.
Internet machines are also available in all three terminals. Internet terminals are located on the ground floor, first floor and Departures Lounge of Terminal 1.
In Terminals 2, machines are located on the first floor. In Terminal 3, machines are located on both the ground and first floor. There is a charge of A$2.00 for internet access.
Source - Webjet.com.au
Eating & Drinking at The Airport
It’s easy to get into vacay mode when you step into Long Neck Public House, where you can unwind with delicious, hearty food and drink among its vibrant, yet relaxed modern vibe.
The bar, with local and internationally sourced beers, wines, spirits and ciders, is the perfect spot for a cold brew. They’ve also shaken things up with their range of delish alcoholic milkshakes like Banoffee High, made with Mount Gay Eclipse Rum, De Kuyper Crème de Bananes, caramel and vanilla. Yum…
With your thirst well and truly quenched, how about some soulful food to get you sliding into an in-flight food coma? For the morning birds, try their tasty breaky items like buttermilk chicken waffles with maple syrup or a healthy tropical smoothie bowl. Sloppy joes, hot wings, handmade pizzas, their famous maple-glazed ribs, and PB&J sundaes are just some of the many mouth-watering choices.
Kids are also welcome to join the party and get to choose from their very own menu.
Open from 4am ‘til late, 7 days a week.
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Where to Sleep
Precinct T1/T2 seems to provide better sleeping options, as T3/T4 is described as having limited comfortable seating and a midnight closure. T1 reportedly has many armrest-free benches throughout, as well as some comfortable sofas with headrests in the arrivals section. Noise, such as the annoying “Beware of unattended baggage” intercom announcement, is a primary complaint, so bring earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones.
Explore our guide to sleeping in Perth Airport or read some traveller reviews for more tips. For uninterrupted sleep, there are sleep pods inside Terminal 1 and hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the airport guide below.
Source — Sleepinginairports.net
How to Get to Your Next Destination:
You may need to change terminals to take a domestic flight, rent a car, take a taxi, airport transfer, Uber or take public transport to your next destination.
Transferring between terminals
There are two terminal precincts at Perth Airport that are separated by a short, 15-minute drive: the T1/T2 precinct and the T3/T4 precinct.
A free terminal transfer bus operates 24/7 between the two precincts and you’ll easily find the bus stops right outside the terminals.
Please allow plenty of time to transfer between the precincts. The terminal transfer bus doesn’t stop at the Long Term car parks. If you need to connect to a Long Term car park, please take the Long Term car park bus from the nearest terminal precinct.
Source — Perthairport.com.au
Car Hire Perth Airport
A visit to Perth is always an exciting experience. With an airport that boasts one of the world's best viewing platforms, Perth is brimming with exciting adventures. At Avis, we want to help you enjoy your time in the Perth area from the comfort of a quality car.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Perth Airport?
When you hire a premium car at Perth Airport, you're still likely to save money versus using a taxi. Although Perth Airport car hire prices fluctuate throughout the year, you'll always find a great deal when you book through Avis. We offer high-quality vehicles with luxurious features, allowing you to enjoy your stay in the Perth area.
Driving tips around Perth Airport
The roads surrounding Perth Airport are usually highways, which often become busy but are well lit at night. Thanks to the construction of Belmont Station, Brearley Avenue is now closed. However, you can access terminals three and four using Tonkin Highway. Although driving in the immediate Perth Airport area isn't too challenging, remain cautious when venturing more than 100km out. Depending on where you're going, you could face challenging rural roads complete with sleepy animals.
Things to do around Perth Airport
Even just a day in the Perth Airport area will provide you with plenty of things to do. If you want a spot of escapism, visit the nearby Realmz Escape Game. As an immersive theme park experience, it'll transport you to different worlds.
If you want to see some of Western Australia's finest architecture, visit St. Mary's Cathedral in Perth. As a 19th-century building, it retains many of its original features, alongside some modern renovations.
Finally, why not complement your premium Perth Airport hire experience with a visit to the Belmont Forum Shopping Centre? With an array of shops selling every day and luxury goods alike, you can easily spend hours indulging yourself.
At Avis, we know that you deserve the best when it comes to premium Perth Airport car hire. Enter your details above today and using our search function, you can find a car hire deal that's worthy of your trip.
Source — Avis.com.au
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