# Perth International Airport (PER) > Perth, AU · 15 km (9 mi) east of central Perth Web: https://airport.flights/airport/per JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/per.json ## Facts - **IATA**: PER - **ICAO**: YPPH - **Timezone**: Australia/Perth - **Runways**: 2 - **Terminals**: 4 - **Passengers**: 14.2M/yr - **Hub for**: Qantas, Virgin Australia - **Official site**: https://www.perthairport.com.au/ ## Overview ## Welcome Perth International Airport (PER) functions more like a regional hub than a major international gateway. Located 15 km east of central Perth, it offers quick kerb-to-gate walks, a relaxed atmosphere, and plane spotting over the Swan River. However, inter-terminal transfers and dining hours can be problematic. Remember, the lack of airside links between T1/T2 and T3/T4 means you must take a 10–15 minute bus or taxi ride if you're connecting between them. ## At a glance Perth Airport hosts over 14 million passengers annually, with two runways and four terminals: T1, T2, T3, and T4. It's a hub for Qantas and Virgin Australia. While the airport is compact and user-friendly, its operational quirks justify extra planning. There's a distinct difference in terminal experiences and amenities, which shapes the overall travel experience. ## Terminals & layout **Terminal 1** serves both international and domestic flights from airlines like Qantas, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines. Terminal 2 primarily handles Alliance Airlines and Virgin Australia flights. **Terminal 3** is home to Cobham, QantasLink, and Virgin Australia. Finally, **Terminal 4** is dedicated to Qantas Domestic operations. Notably, T1/T2 and T3/T4 are around the runway's opposite sides, so double-check terminal assignments to prevent unnecessary stress. ## Getting to and from the city Perth Airport doesn’t have a direct train to the city, but several public options exist. **Transperth Bus 380** and **Bus 40** connect T1/T2 with the CBD, and **Bus 935** serves T3/T4. Rideshare options include Uber, Ola, and DiDi, generally faster and possibly cheaper than taxi queues. Metered taxis like Swan Taxis are available but prepare for fares that may seem high given the short 15 km distance. ## Traveller essentials Parking options span from Short-Term Parking at $40/day to Long-Term choices at $20/day, offering motorcycle and valet services. Car rental desks are accessible via shuttle. Security generally moves efficiently, but expect congestion during FIFO (fly-in fly-out) peaks at T2 and T3, especially on weekday mornings. For currency exchange or ATMs, all terminals offer scattered options, though it's advisable to prepare before heading to the airport. ## Dining & shopping highlights **Sushia** and **Grill'd** are T1 highlights, while **Guzman y Gomez** is a T2 favorite. For quicker meals, try **Hungry Jack's** located in T1, T3, and T4. Shopping includes **Heinemann Duty Free** and the WA local gem **Purely Western Australia** in T1. Note: Many food outlets close by 9–10 PM, so plan accordingly if you have early or late flights. ## Lounges Several lounges across terminals offer relaxation and amenities. In T1, the **Perth Airport Aspire Lounge** grants access for $55. Priority Pass holders can choose from several spots, but aim for the T1 facilities, such as the **Emirates Lounge** and the **Singapore Airlines Silver Kris Lounge**. If you're flying Qantas, T4 houses both the **Qantas Domestic Business Lounge** and the **Qantas Club**. ## Insider tips - **Avoid:** Early morning FIFO flights can make T2 and T3 quite crowded. Avoid the 5–7 AM slot on Mondays if possible. - **Insider:** If your domestic flight lands in T1/T2 and you’re connecting internationally through T1, you can often walk between terminals in about 5–10 minutes. - **Time:** Late dining options are sparse, so consider eating before arriving if you have a red-eye flight. T1 has most places close by 9 PM. - **Money:** Rideshare services usually offer quicker pickup and lower fares compared to taxis. Look for Uber, Ola, or DiDi zones outside each terminal. - **Quiet:** T1 international has quieter seating past the duty-free shops, ideal for working with good power access and views. - **Local:** Check regional outlets near T2 gates for hidden local snacks instead of defaulting to chain brands. - **Time:** Double-check your terminal for connections to avoid a landside transfer between T1/T2 and T3/T4 which can take up to 15 minutes with a bus or taxi. ## Terminals (4) - **Terminal 1 (International and Domestic)** — Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, All Nippon Airways - **Terminal 2** — Alliance Airlines, Virgin Australia - **Terminal 3** — Cobham, QantasLink, Virgin Australia - **Terminal 4** — Qantas Domestic operations ## Dining (22) - **Boost Juice** — T1 - **Coffee Quarter** — T1 - **Coffee Quarter** — T3 - **Grill'd** — T1 - **Guzman y Gomez** — T2 - **Hudsons Coffee** — T1 - **Hudsons Coffee** — T2 - **Hungry Jack's** — T1 - **Hungry Jack's** — T3 - **Hungry Jack's** — T4 - **Ibis Budget Perth Airport Bar** - **McDonald's** - **Precinct Bar** — T1 - **Red Rooster** — T1 - **Red Rooster** — T2 - **Rolld** — T1 - **Subway** — T1 - **Subway** — T2 · Fast Food · Sandwiches · $ - **Sushi Jiro** — T1 · Japanese · Contemporary · $$ - **Sushia** — T1 · Japanese · Fast Casual · $ - **Swan River Espresso** — T1 · Local · Coffee Shop · $ - **The Crafty Swan Kitchen and Bar** — T1 ## Lounges (14) - **Air New Zealand International Lounge** — T1 · Air New Zealand Premium Class, Airline Membership - **Alliance Airlines Lounge** — T2 · Alliance Airlines Premium Passengers - **Aspire Lounge** — T1 · T1 international, paid access - **Emirates Lounge** — T1 · Emirates First Class, Business Class - **Perth Airport Aspire Lounge** — T1 · Aspire Lounge Membership, Priority Pass, Day pass · $55 - **Priority Pass partner lounge** — T1 · T1 international, Priority Pass access - **Qantas Club** — T3 · T3 domestic, Qantas - **Qantas Club** — T4 · Qantas Club Members - **Qantas Domestic Business Lounge** — T4 · Qantas Premium Class, Qantas Club Members - **Qantas International Transit Lounge** — T1 · T1 international, Qantas - **Qantas International Transit Lounge** — T3 · Qantas Premium Class, Qantas Club Members - **Rex Lounge** — T2 · T2, Rex passengers - **Singapore Airlines Silver Kris Lounge** — T1 · Singapore Airlines Premium Class, KrisFlyer Elite Gold - **Virgin Australia Lounge** — T1 · Virgin Australia Premium Class, Velocity Frequent Flyer ## Shops (16) - **Australian Way** — T1 - **curi.o.city** — T1 · Gifts - **Flight Centre** — T1 - **Heinemann Duty Free** — T1 - **JB Hi-Fi** — T4 - **Lotte Duty Free** — T3 - **Luggage Point** — T1 - **Newslink** — T3 - **Purely Western Australia** — T1 - **Relay** — T1 - **Relay** — T4 - **Rip Curl** — T1 - **Shine Australia** — T1 - **Sunglass Hut** — T1 - **Tech2Go** — T1 - **WHSmith** — T1 ## Parking (10) - **Fast Track Parking** — T3/T4 - **LongTerm Parking** — Long stay · $20/day · 0.5 mi - **LongTerm Undercover Parking** — Long stay · $25/day · 0.4 mi - **Motorcycle Parking** — T1/T2 - **Park & Wait** — Short term - **Premium Parking** — Valet · $30/day · 1 min walk - **Regional Parking** — T2 - **ShortTerm Parking** — Short stay · $40/day, $10/hr · next to terminal - **ShortTerm Saver Parking** — Short stay · $15/day · 4-6 min walk - **Valet Parking** — T3/T4 ## Ground transport (14) - **Black & White Cabs** — Metered taxi - **Car Rental Shuttle** — On and off‑airport car hire - **DiDi** — Rideshare - **Hotel Shuttle Buses** — Airport precinct hotels - **Ola** — Rideshare - **Swan Taxis** — Metered taxi - **Taxi and Rideshare Services** — Taxi - **Terminal Transfer Shuttle** — Shuttle · 15 min · Every 20 min (06:00 - 22:00), Every 30 min (22:00 - 06:00) - **Transperth Bus 37** — Bus to Kings Park via city - **Transperth Bus 380** — Bus to Perth CBD via Great Eas - **Transperth Bus 40** — Bus to Elizabeth Quay Bus Stat - **Transperth Bus 935** — Bus between City and T3/T4 - **Transwa Coach Services** — Regional coach - **Uber** — Rideshare ## Insider tips - _Avoid_: Early morning FIFO flights can make T2 and T3 quite crowded. Avoid the 5–7 AM slot on Mondays if possible. - _Insider_: If your domestic flight lands in T1/T2 and you’re connecting internationally through T1, you can often walk between terminals in about 5–10 minutes. - _Time_: Late dining options are sparse, so consider eating before arriving if you have a red-eye flight. T1 has most places close by 9 PM. - _Money_: Rideshare services usually offer quicker pickup and lower fares compared to taxis. Look for Uber, Ola, or DiDi zones outside each terminal. - _Quiet_: T1 international has quieter seating past the duty-free shops, ideal for working with good power access and views. - _Local_: Check regional outlets near T2 gates for hidden local snacks instead of defaulting to chain brands. - _Time_: Double-check your terminal for connections to avoid a landside transfer between T1/T2 and T3/T4 which can take up to 15 minutes with a bus or taxi.