Airport
Longreach Airport (LRE)
Longreach Airport is a compact regional gateway serving Longreach and the outback townships of central western Queensland, including Winton, Barcaldine and Ilfracombe. Compare transfer options to the Longreach town centre, nearby attractions and onward connections to Brisbane and Townsville.
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About Longreach Airport
Longreach Airport is the main regional gateway for central western Queensland, serving the town of Longreach and surrounding outback townships such as Winton, Barcaldine and Ilfracombe. The airport has deep links to Australian aviation history, with Qantas establishing its first operational base at Longreach in the early 1920s.
Located on the Landsborough Highway about 2 km from the centre of Longreach, the airport operates a single passenger terminal. Qantas and Rex provide regional connections to Brisbane, Townsville and other destinations, while the nearby Qantas Founders Museum preserves the area's aviation heritage.
The airport is owned and operated by Queensland Airports Limited, which took on a 99-year lease in 2012. It is a compact facility, with check-in counters, baggage claim, parking and passenger drop-off and pick-up zones arranged around the terminal.
Ground access is straightforward, with taxis, local shuttles and hire cars available for the short trip into town and onward travel across the outback. The terminal's practical facilities and regional connections make it a convenient entry point for visitors exploring central western Queensland.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Longreach Airport operates a single passenger terminal handling all domestic arrivals and departures. The terminal serves regional flights operated by Qantas and Rex, with connections to Brisbane, Townsville and other destinations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Longreach Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Longreach Airport to hotels, the town centre and outback attractions across Longreach and central western Queensland.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business visits, events or journeys around Longreach and the surrounding region.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Longreach Airport for independent travel around Longreach and onward journeys to destinations such as Winton, Barcaldine and the Qantas Founders Museum.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Longreach Airport, hotels, event venues and outback destinations across the region.
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