Hobart Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Hobart 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.

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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:

BIG4 Hobart Airport Tourist Park (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) Holiday park with cabins and caravan sites.
Mantra Hobart Airport (0.9 mi / 1.4 km) Upscale hotel.
Club Wyndham Seven Mile Beach (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) Apartment-style resort.

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.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in both the arrivals and departures areas. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits if travelling internationally.
Baby Care Facilities – Baby changing facilities are available throughout the terminal.
Children’s Play Area – A small children’s play area is available for young travellers who need to stretch their legs before departure.
Duty-Free & Shopping – There is no duty-free shopping. Retail options include two shops selling Tasmanian gifts, souvenirs, food, and wine, as well as Runway News for reading materials, snacks, drinks, and basic travel essentials.
Smoking – Smoking is permitted outside the terminal in designated landside areas only.

Airlines

Hobart Airport is served by the following airlines: Air New Zealand • Jetstar •Link Airways • Qantas • Sharp Airlines • Virgin Australia.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

The SkyBus departs every 30 minutes, seven days a week from the airport, with delivery to six drop-offs in the heart of the city. Tickets can be purchased online or from E-kiosks at the airport. For more information, visit the SkyBus website.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available on-site: Avis • Bargain Car Rentals • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Redspot • Sixt. Location: a short walk across the road from the central terminal.

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Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are available at the taxi rank outside the terminal during airport hours of operation.

Last updated: 2026-02-25

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.