Facilities, Services & General Information
International and Domestic Terminal
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs)
Check In-International Terminal
Smoking Policy and Designated Smoking Areas
Transport: Trains, Buses, Taxis and Limousines
Petrol / Fuel / Service Station
Observation Area and Kingsford Smith Memorial
Airline Sales Desks
Qantas and Air New Zealand Sales/Service desks are located on Level 4 of the International Terminal. You can also purchase airline tickets from Flight Centre on Level 4.
Within the Domestic Terminal, the Sales/Service desks are located on Level 1.
Airport Management
The Brisbane Airport Corporation Terminal Management office is located on Level 3 of the International Terminal.
Tel: +61 7 3406 3066 Fax: +61 7 3406 3070.
Allowances - Duty Free
Arriving International Passengers: You may purchase up to 2250ml of alcohol to bring into Australia. However, you must declare to customs any alcohol over 1125ml purchased here or obtained overseas. Duty and taxes may have to be paid in some circumstances.
For more info go to: First Tax & Duty Free Allowances
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs)
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are located on all levels of the International and Domestic Terminals.
Baby Changing Rooms
Baby change rooms are equipped with change tables, bottle warmers and microwaves for your convenience. Change Rooms are located on all levels of the International and Domestic Terminals.
Lockers and baggage
NEVER leave bags unattended and never check-in items aboard an aircraft on behalf of others. Checked baggage is security screened.
Baggage trolleys are provided free of charge and are located at the Car Park, and on Levels 2 and 4 of the International Terminal. For passenger convenience small trolleys for hand luggage and shopping are provided in the L3 Departures Lounge.
Trolleys are located at the car park and Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal.
Unfortunately lockers are not available at the Domestic Terminal, however, lockers have recently been installed at the International Terminal (on the ground floor at the entrance to the public car park) and there are also lockers located at the Village Markets and Roma Street Transit Centre in Brisbane City. Please find more information below or call Smartecarte on 1800 808 251.
International Terminal
- The AUD hire amount is determined by locker size (see table below)
- Payment types – Credit card, AUD notes and coins
- The service is available 24 hours a day
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Lockers are single use only
Service Fees:
|
Locker Size |
Initial Hire Period (4 hours) | Initial Fee Second Hire Period (4 hours) | Additional Fee Third Hire Period (16 hours) | Total (24 hour period) |
|
Small |
AUD 4.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 8.00 |
|
Medium |
AUD 6.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 10.00 |
|
Large |
AUD 8.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 2.00 | AUD 12.00 |
Airport Village
A limited amount of lockers are also available at the Village Markets, which are located approximately 6 kilometres from the domestic terminal and approximately 3 kilometres from The International Terminal.
They are located to the right hand side of the Woolworth's supermarket entrance. These lockers may also assist if you are shopping at the direct factory outlet, which is located directly opposite the village markets. Lockers are available from Monday to Friday between 7am and 10pm and Saturday and Sunday between 7am and 7pm. It is not possible to reserve a locker.
Lockers are coin operated. For further information, please contact Smartecarte on 1800 808 251.
Roma Street Transit Centre - Brisbane City
Locker facilities are also available at the the Roma Street Transit Centre in Brisbane City, you would need to contact them directly for information regarding this service on free call 1800 632 640.
These facilities are useful when travelling into Brisbane Central and Airtrain travels directly from the Terminals to Roma Street Transit Centre (for train timetable enquiries please contact Airtrain on +61 7 3216 3308.
Unaccompanied Baggage
If you are travelling on from Brisbane you may like to consider sending your luggage ahead as unaccompanied baggage, you can do this from the International terminal, Level 4 by taking your luggage to the Qantas unaccompanied baggage counter where they will send your goods on ahead for you. They can be contacted on 1300 368 747 to determine the cost involved.
Cameras
Photos may not be taken in Customs controlled areas and where otherwise indicated. See also Security.
Car Rental
Click through here for more information on car rental options and getting around by car.
Check In - International Terminal
Check-in is located on Level 4 of the International Terminal for all airlines. Airline check-in is generally open 3 hours before flight departure time. Due to extra security measures you are advised to arrive early for your check-in. Aircraft boarding is called approx 40 minutes prior to departure time so please allow at least 20 minutes to clear Immigration and Security.
Within the Domestic Terminal, Check In is located on Level 1.
Currency Exchange
Foreign currency exchange, travellers’ cheques and travel insurance are available from Travelex outlets on Levels 2, 3 and 4. For more information, for a currency converter or to order your foreign currencies head to www.travelex.com.au
Customs
The Customs desk is located on Level 1 of the International Terminal. Please note that all baggage being brought into Australia is subject to screening by Australian Customs Border Protection Service and the Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service for prohibited goods.
For more information, please visit the Australian Customs and Protection Service website. For a guide for international travellers to familiarise themselves with restricted goods laws and duty-free concessions, download Know Before You Go from the Australian Customs Border Protection Service website. This brochure is now available in fourteen languages for non-English speaking Australians planning a trip overseas.
Domestic Flight Connections
For domestic transfers within the International Terminal using Qantas or Virgin, a domestic check-in desk is located in the Arrivals Hall on Level 2 after Customs processing.
Duty Free Shopping
Brisbane International Terminal offers one of the largest duty free shopping precincts in the southern hemisphere. For more information go to our Duty Free Shopping page.
Hand Luggage
Contact the airline you are travelling with to find out what can be taken on board the aircraft. Carry on baggage must not contain any sharp implements or other prohibited items. For more information on security go to the Brisbane Airport Security section of this website.
Health/Medical
Passengers with a bona fide medical condition may carry a medical kit containing appropriate medical equipment. These passengers should carry evidence such as a doctor's certificate to substantiate their condition and also obtain airline approval prior to travel.
Click on these links for a map showing the location of the defibrillators in the International Terminal and Domestic Terminal buildings.
Hotel Reservations and Transfers
Reservations and tickets for transfers to your accommodation can be made at the Visitors Information Service and bookings desk provided by Southern Queensland Tourism or at the accommodation booking boards located on Level 2 of the International Terminal and Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal.
Internet Access
Internet Kiosks are available on Levels 2, 3 and 4 of the International Terminal. AUD 2.00 for 20 mins.
Visitor Information Centre
The Visitor Information Service and Bookings desk on Arrivals Level 2 operated by Southern Queensland Tourism provides booking services for accommodation and tickets for transfers including coach, rail and limousine, tour bookings and theme park tickets and passes.
Airlines
If you need to contact your airline, local telephone numbers and web addresses please go to our Airline Contacts page.
Lost Property
Enquiries regarding lost property in the International Terminal can be made at the Visitors Information Desk located on Level 2 of the International Terminal (Tel: +61 7 3406 3190) .
For enquiries regarding lost property in the Domestic Terminal please call: Qantas Terminal +61 7 3867 3264, Virgin Blue Terminal +61 7 3114 8150 or Jetstar (Common User Terminal) +61 7 3305 9233.
For lost baggage, please refer to your airline at Airline Contacts. For property lost on the TBus please call staff parking on +61 7 3406 3165.
Airline Lounges
Qantas Club Lounge International Terminal - + 61 7 3307 9212
Qantas Club Lounge Domestic Terminal - + 61 73867 3670
The Blue Room Virgin Blue Domestic Terminal - + 61 7 3114 7122 (or 7121)
Pick Up/ Drop Off
Due to Government security regulations, public parking anywhere in the vicinity of any airport terminal outside of the allocated spaces in the public car parks is not permitted. Visitors may drop off or pick up passengers in front of the terminals (maximum 2 minutes).
Cars parked outside of the public car parks or left unattended at the terminal will be towed away. Click here for more information on Airport Parking.
Prayer Room
A multi-denominational prayer room is located on Level 4 of the International Terminal.
Conference Rooms
For use of the Conference Room facilities located on Level 3 (prior to proceeding through Customs) of the International Terminal please contact the Brisbane Airport Corporation Terminal Management Office on Tel: +61 7 3406 3066 or fax: +61 7 3406 3070.
Public Pay Phones / Telephones
TriTel operate the public pay phones in the International Terminal.
Tritel phones accept payment by all Australian coins, credit cards, Tritel Smart phone cards or "Free to Caller" calls (including 1800 numbers).
Phone cards can be purchased from News Travels located on Levels 2, 3 & 4 of the International Terminal, or Newslink located on Level 2 of the Domestic Terminal. Phone cards can also be purchased from Southern Queensland Tourism located on Level 2 of the International Terminal, or Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal.
Quarantine
The Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service enquiries desk is located on Level 2 of the International Terminal. Tel: +61 7 3837 7777.
Prohibited Goods
For safety reasons the following items cannot be taken on board aircraft:
* any sharp implement * lighter fluid * gas cartridges and refills * acid * mercury * paint * firearms (including toy guns) * ammunition * knives * explosives * other weapons.
If you have any queries about on-board safety please contact your airline.
Security Screening
All embarking passengers must go through a security screening point before boarding a flight. All hand luggage (including handbag, camera etc) will be put through an X-ray machine and may be subject to search.
All knives or cutting implements such as nail scissors and pocket knives or sharp pointed objects like knitting needles, or corkscrews are prohibited as hand luggage.
These items should be packed in your check in luggage for travel. Prohibited items detected during the screening process may not be returned to the passenger. X-ray machines generally will not damage photographic film. Ask the attendant if you are unsure. All laptop computers must have their batteries removed for inspection.
Shower Facilities
At the International Terminal, showers are available on Levels 2, 3 and 4, and Levels 1 and 2 of the Domestic Terminals. The shower facilities are free of charge.
Terminal Shopping
Terminal shopping includes a wide variety of Duty Free goods and local, leisure and lifestyle outlets, designer fashion, fine art, sporting goods and Australian souvenirs. For more information go to Duty Free Shopping or Shopping and Dining.
Smoking Policy and Designated Smoking Areas
There are no smoking areas within the Brisbane Airport International and Domestic Terminal buildings.
As per the final changes to the Queensland Government anti-smoking laws, which took effect on 1 July 2006, smoking is allowed outside the entrance to the terminal buildings when standing more than 4 metres from an entrance.
A smoking balcony is located on Level 3 of the International Terminal after security.
Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)
The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) enables you to claim a refund of the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) that you pay on goods you buy in Australia.
To claim a refund you must:
• Spend AUD300.00 or more in the one store and get a single tax invoice
• Buy goods no more than 30 days before departure
• Wear or carry the goods on board and present them along with your tax invoice, passport and boarding pass to a TRS facility prior to departing
Claims are only available up to 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your flight.
Transport: Trains, Buses, Taxis and Limousines
For all transport needs see the Visitor Information Desk on Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal or Level 2 of the International Termainl or visit our Transport Options page
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance can be purchased from Flight Centre on Level 4 or Travelex on Level 2 and Level 4 of the International Terminal.
You can obtain more information on travel insurance from the Travelex or Flight Centre websites.
Travel Warnings
Please visit the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs website for the latest travel advisories at the Smarttraveller website.
Petrol / Fuel / Service Station
There is a Shell service station located just outside the International Terminal on Airport Drive. Click here for the Brisbane Airport Services Map.
Observation Area and Kingsford Smith Memorial
There is a designated public viewing area located at the northern end of the airport on Acacia Street. The usual hours of operation are 6am - 6pm daily. To get to Acacia Street head towards the Domestic Terminal along Airport Drive. Turn Left at the large roundabout onto Dryandra Road, this will take you behind the Long Term Car Park. Keep following the road along and Acacia Street the fifth street on your right. If you are planning to use some telescopic material to take photographs we would request that you enquire with our Corporate Relations department on +61 3406 3192 so that they can notify Airport Security.
Also - for aviation enthusiasts the Kingsford Smith Memorial is located off Airport Drive opposite the International Terminal.
The Memorial is open to the public (all hours) and is free to visit. It houses Sir Charles Kingsford Smith’s historic aircraft the Southern Cross. There are information boards explaining the history of Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith and the Southern Cross. There is also a coin-activated voice-over system in both English and Japanese.
General Aviation
Directions to the General Aviation Area are as follows:
Head towards the Domestic Terminal along Airport Drive. Turn Left at the large roundabout onto Dryandra Road, this will take you behind the PARKLONG Carpark. Continue along Dryandra Road until you come to Casuarina Street on your left.


