London to Brisbane Flights

Flights from London

There are several good options when booking flights from London. With a number of large international airports, London is a major hub for air transport, and is therefore a good starting point for travel to many destinations around the world. London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London Stansted are all busy departure points, and can all be reached by road or public transport from the city centre. London City and London Luton airports are also departure points for flights from London.

Getting to the airport

When travelling by car, each of the major airports offers extensive parking facilities, often with dedicated bus transfer from the car park to the air terminals. Meanwhile, there are also a number of ways to get to the airports by public transport. London Heathrow, for example, is 15 miles from central London and can be reached in about an hour on the Piccadilly line of the London Underground, or in 15 to 30 minutes by express train from Paddington station. London Gatwick, 28 miles outside central London, can be reached by express train from Victoria station in about half an hour. London Stansted is further away, at 40 miles from central London, and is 45 minutes away by train from Liverpool Street station.

Flights London: booking at ebookers.com

With the number of airports within easy reach of central London, there are good possibilities for different flights from London to Brisbane. For a comprehensive search of current offers, check ebookers.com. As well as air travel, ebookers.com lets travellers book car rental and accommodation in just a few clicks.

Arriving at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane is a friendly, laidback city with many attractions and activities that draw visitors from all around the world. When you plan your travel to Brisbane in advance with ebookers, you'll fly into Brisbane Airport, located roughly eight miles from the centre of the city. The airport is Australia's third busiest, and ACCC has named it "Australia's Best Airport for Quality of Service" for eight years in a row.

Transport from Brisbane Airport

You'll find counters for six rental car companies in the domestic terminal on level one and in the international terminal on level two. The Airtrain takes passengers to Brisbane every fifteen minutes at a cost of AU$5. Coachtrans Australia buses also run regular routes to Brisbane and the central business district of the city. Taxi ranks are located outside both the domestic and international terminals, and fares run around AU$40 for a trip to the city.

Weather in Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane has a humid sub-tropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are warm and moderately dry. The city's summer rainy season lasts from November to March, with frequent thunderstorms during this time. Winters are the best time to visit, since the weather is normally mild and temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Average winter lows are around 10°C, while highs reach up to 24°C. Keep the weather in mind when you're planning your holiday in Brisbane with ebookers.

Things to Do in Brisbane

Brisbane is a modern city with many exciting attractions and events. South Bank is the city's cultural centre, and it features a wide array of restaurants, cafes, and an inner-city beaches. You'll also find the Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum, the State Library, the Gallery of Modern Art, and Queensland Art Gallery in this district. Fortitude Valley offers vibrant nightlife, with lots of live entertainment at world-class nightclubs, such as Barsoma, the Alhambra Lounge, Cloudland, and more. If you arrive during September, be sure to check out the Brisbane Festival, which features free entertainment and a nightly fireworks display.