Hobart Airport Guide

HBA 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 Hobart Airport (code: HBA).

What to Expect

• Hobart Airport has two terminals: one for domestic flights and the other for international flights.
• WiFi is available to help pass the time.
• According to reviewers, this airport is closed after the last flight at night.
• Economy-class passengers can pay to use one of the first-class lounges.

Sleeping in Hobart Airport

Since the airport is closed at night, sleeping here is not possible. For daytime naps, a reader tells us, “There are a series of wooden benches in domestic departures, which do not have armrests and could be slept on – though hard. There are also two decent-sized bench seats with cushioning located here: go toward gate 6, entering the corridor that comes out with toilets and gate 6 to your left. Around to the right and by the window are two cushioned benches that could be slept on comfortably if needed!   For uninterrupted sleep, there are two hotels adjacent to the airport and other nearby hotels. See Airport Hotels in the guide below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open daily from 4:00 AM until 10:30 PM, or approximately one hour after the last scheduled arrival, whichever is later. Overnight stays are not permitted, and the terminal closes after the final flight. Travellers should plan accordingly if arriving late at night or departing early in the morning.

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 are hotels near Hobart Airport:

• Travelodge Hotel Hobart Airport – Located adjacent to the terminal within walking distance. A shuttle operates during limited daytime hours (schedule subject to change). » Check Rates
• Hobart Airport Tourist Park – Located adjacent to the airport, the tourist park has self-contained cabins, a caravan park, and a campground. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
• Ramada Resort by Wyndham Seven Mile Beach – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Hobart Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.

Airport Lounges

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

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program (i.e. Qantas Club).

• Qantas Club – Location: Airside. Domestic Departures, temporary location opposite Gate 5 due to redevelopment. Hours: One hour before the first Qantas flight until the last Qantas departure. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes (Qantas Single-Visit Lounge Passes, when offered for eligible Qantas or Jetstar flights) • Qantas Club members • Qantas Frequent Flyer Gold, Platinum and Platinum One • oneworld Sapphire and Emerald when flying on Qantas or another oneworld airline • Domestic Qantas Business Class passengers.

Arrivals Lounge

• Saffire Airport Lounge – Location: Landside. Arrivals hall at Hobart Airport, near the baggage claim area. Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Exclusively for guests with confirmed reservations at Saffire Freycinet.

Drinking Water

Water fountains are available in the Arrivals area (baggage claim) and Airside near Gate 6.

Food & Drinks

Food outlets operate with varying schedules. Options include Coal River Farm ▪ Liv-Eat ▪ Cascade Bar.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Self-service lockers are located near the public pick-up and drop-off area outside the terminal building.
Reported rates: Medium locker – $14 per 24 hours; Large locker – $16 per 24 hours.

Mobile Charging

Multiple charging points with USB ports are reported in the departures lounge, including seating areas throughout the main departure space and near Gate 6 (reader report, January 2020).

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Hobart Airport.

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.

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