Canberra Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Canberra Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Luckily a politician or business man type took pity on me and invited me into the Qantas lounge for a free breakfast. – a traveller

CBR Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Canberra International Airport.

What to Expect

Canberra Airport (code: CBR) has an ultra-modern terminal with two concourses (Southern and Western), 14 departure gates, and a half-dozen eateries and shops. After these services close for the night, vending machines are the only food/drink option, so plan accordingly if you intend to spend the night. WiFi is available to help pass the time. For additional comfort, economy-class passengers can pay to access the airport’s private lounge. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for locations and rates.

Sleeping in Canberra Airport

We have only had one sleep-related airport review, and the traveller reported sleeping in the Uber waiting room without any problems of note. For uninterrupted sleep, there is a hotel on site and several hotels nearby. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open from 5:00 AM until 30 minutes after the last flight.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel near Canberra Airport:

Vibe Hotel Canberra Upscale hotel next to the terminal.
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra (2.6 mi / 4.2 km) Mid-range hotel.
Abode Kingston (2.9 mi / 4.7 km) Apartment-style hotel.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter through a lounge membership program (ie. Qantas Club or Virgin Australia).

Qantas Club Lounge – Location: Airside, near Gate 9, Domestic Departures. Hours: 5:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Monday–Friday), 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Saturday–Sunday). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Membership (Qantas Club, oneworld Sapphire/Emerald) • Business/First Class on Qantas and partner airlines • Complimentary access for eligible credit card holders.

Qantas Domestic Business Lounge – Location: Airside, near Gate 10, adjacent to the Qantas Club in the Domestic Departures area. Hours: 5:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Monday–Friday), 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Saturday–Sunday; based on flight schedules). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Business Class passengers on Qantas and eligible oneworld airlines • oneworld Emerald members • Qantas Chairman’s Lounge and Platinum members.

Virgin Australia Lounge – Location: Airside, near Gate 7, Domestic Departures. Hours: 5:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Monday–Friday), 5:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Saturday–Sunday). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Virgin Australia Lounge membership • Velocity Gold and Platinum members • Business Class passengers on Virgin Australia and partners.

Food & Drinks

Food concessions throughout the airport operate on varying schedules, with some opening as early as 5:00 AM. At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options. Food options include Airport Taproom • Go Convenience • Limestone Café & Bar • Noodles XO • Baker’s Cut.

Drinking Water

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Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

Available in the International Departure lounge and the Office Fit For You.

Showers

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WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available in the Express Pick-Up waiting lounge, the International Departures lounge and the “Office Fit For You” in the Departures lounge. Connect to the “Fly CBR” network.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit, especially when travelling internationally. ATMs are located in the Arrivals and Departures halls.
Baby Care Facilities – Baby care rooms are available both landside and airside, near restrooms in the Arrivals and Departures areas.
Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available for a small fee. Trolleys are free of charge for passengers arriving on international flights.
Currency Exchange – Foreign exchange cash machines are available in the Departures concourse and operate 24 hours a day.
Duty-Free & Shopping – The duty-free store is currently closed. A Relay newsstand sells books, magazines, newspapers, SIM cards, and other travel essentials.
Information Desk – A customer service office in the baggage claim area may be able to assist with general enquiries.
Medical Services – First aid assistance is available for travellers who feel unwell or are injured.
Prayer Room – A prayer room is available on the lower level near Arrivals.
SIM Cards – Relay newsstands sell SIM cards. You will also find them in Relay vending machines throughout the International terminal.
Workspaces – Mini-offices branded Office Fit For You are available in the Departures lounge and include free WiFi and charging points.

Airlines

Canberra Airport is served by the following airlines: Fly Pelican • Jetstar • Link Airways • Qantas/Link • Qatar • Rex Airlines• Virgin Australia.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

Bus No. 3 connects CBR airport to the city centre seven days a week. The adult fare is AUD$ 3.22 using a MyWay card ( cash fares at the bus driver are currently not accepted). You may purchase a ticket using cash at the ticket vending machine on the ground floor in the arrival area. For information on fares, routes, and schedules, visit the Transport Canberra website.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available onsite: Avis • Budget • Europcar • Enterprise • Hertz • Thrifty. Location: arrivals hall of the terminal, across from the baggage collection belts.

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Hotel Shuttles

At the time of this update there were no hotels providing airport shuttle service. See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available from a taxi rank located on the ground floor, just outside of the Arrivals area, within a short walk of the baggage carousels. If, for some reason, no taxis are available, visit the customer service office, and they will arrange one for you. For a fare estimate, visit the airport website.

Last updated: 2026-02-09

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.