Perth Airport Guide

sleeping in perth airport — (photo courtesy of KittParker / April 2024)

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

If staying at night, in terminal 1, upstairs at the cafés and shops, are a few benches that can be used for sleeping when the shops are closed. -a traveller (Dec 2017)

PER 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 Perth Airport.

What to Expect

Perth Airport (Code: PER) consists of four primary terminals separated into two precincts (T1/T2 and T3/T4), with free 24-hour shuttle bus service between precincts and terminals. There are plenty of eateries and shops on both the airside and landside, with several offering 24-hour service. Some reviewers have noted that security screening line-ups are long and slow and that security staff can be unpleasant. WiFi is available to help pass the time. Free showers can be found in Terminals 1 and 3. Additional comfort can be found through fee-based access to one of the airport’s first-class lounges.

Sleeping in Perth Airport

According to reviews, many travellers agree that Terminal 1 is the most comfortable if you want some shut-eye. With many seating options, including arm-rest-free benches and comfy sofas with headrests, you won’t be stuck for somewhere suitable to rest. Terminals 3 and 4, however, have minimal seating options and won’t be the best place to sleep. Consider stretching out on the floor for a nap regardless of the terminal. If you fancy it, bring a sleeping mat, bag, or blanket to save you from getting cold!

Here are some of the best spots travellers have reported as the best places to sleep in Perth Airport:

Terminal 1, Landside – Head towards the gallery, where you will find a dimmer and quieter hallway than other areas.
Terminal 1, Landside – The Arrivals area has couches with headrests.

Noise, such as the annoying “Beware of unattended baggage” intercom announcement, is a primary complaint, so bring earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones.

For uninterrupted sleep, there are sleep pods inside Terminal 1 and hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Perth Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

Terminal 1 (International): open 24 hours
Terminal 3 (Domestic Terminal): 3:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Terminal 4 (Qantas Domestic Terminal): 4:00 AM – 12:30 AM (Monday – Thursday & Saturday) and 4:00 AM – 2:30 AM (Friday & Sunday)

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 & Sleep Pods

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are sleep pods inside the terminal and more hotels near the airport:

Inside the airport

Sleep Pods – Sleeping pods can be booked by the hour. Rates: Standard Pods – A$50 (4 hours) or A$90 (8 hours). Choice Pods – A$60 (4 hours) or A$110 (8 hours). A package includes a pillow, blanket and earplugs (approx. $50).

Locations:
T1 International, Landside, Level 1. Check-in at Baggage Storage + Wrapping, T1.
T1 Domestic, Landside, near baggage reclaim. Check-in at Baggage Storage + Wrapping, T1.
T2, Landside, near baggage reclaim

Hotels near Perth Airport with airport shuttles

Airport B&B (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) Bed & Breakfast. Airport shuttle service is available.
Airport Apartments by Vetroblu (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) Apartment hotel.
Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel (1.0 mi / 1.6 km) Mid-range 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 by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program (i.e. Qantas Club or Virgin Australia).

Terminal 1

Aspire Lounge – Location: Terminal 1 International, Level 3, Airside, in the former Control Centre. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (A$75 for adults, A$44 for children 2-12) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders • Cathay Pacific premium and elite passengers.

Virgin Australia Lounge – Location: Terminal 1 Domestic, Airside. Hours: 60 minutes before first Virgin Australia departure until last departure. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (A$65 for single-entry pass) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs (Virgin Australia Lounge membership) • Virgin Australia Business Class passengers on same-day flights • Velocity Platinum and Gold members on same-day Virgin Australia flights • Westpac Altitude Velocity Black Mastercard holders • American Express Velocity Platinum, Gold, and Business cardholders.

Terminal 3/4

Qantas Club – Location: Terminal 4, adjacent to the Qantas Domestic Business Lounge, Airside. Hours: 1 hour before first Qantas departure until last departure. Showers: Yes (8 shower suites). Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs (Qantas Club membership) • Qantas Gold and Platinum members on same-day Qantas or Jetstar flights • Oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members on same-day Oneworld flights.

Airline Lounges

If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. For more information, check the airline’s website.

Terminal 2

Alliance Airlines Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, after security, left-hand side. Hours: based on flight schedules. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Alliance Airlines eligible passengers (specific eligibility not detailed, likely Business Class or frequent flyer status).

Terminal 3/4

Qantas International Transit Lounge – Location: Terminal 3/4, after security, near gate 15, departures level. Hours: 1 hour before first Qantas departure until last departure (based on flight schedules, typically 05:00–23:00). Showers: Yes (15 shower suites). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (refresh zone with wellbeing studio). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Qantas First and Business Class passengers on same-day international flights • Qantas Platinum, Platinum One, and Chairman’s Lounge members • Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members on same-day Oneworld flights • Emirates Business and First Class passengers on same-day Qantas-operated flights.

Qantas Domestic Business Lounge – Location: Terminal 4, after security, near gate 15, accessible via escalator from departures level. Hours: 1 hour before first Qantas departure until last departure. Showers: Yes (4 shower suites). Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Qantas Business Class passengers on same-day domestic flights • Qantas Platinum and Emirates Platinum members on same-day Qantas or Emirates flights • Oneworld Emerald members on same-day Oneworld flights.

Qantas Chairman’s Lounge – Location: Terminal 4, next to the Qantas Club, after security. Hours: 1 hour before first Qantas departure until last departure. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Qantas Chairman’s Lounge members (invitation-only) • Emirates iO members on same-day Qantas flights.

Drinking Water

Drinking water fountains are available free of charge throughout all terminals.

Food & Drinks

There are a few food concessions open landside in Terminal 1:

Maccinetta (Level 1, landside)
Local Food Store (Level 1, landside)

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Self-service luggage lockers are available for up to six weeks. Rates (per 24 hours): $12 small, $14 medium, $16 large.

Locations:

T1 International – Short Term Car Park near Public Arrivals Hall
Between T1 Domestic and T2 Domestic
Between T3 Domestic and Short Term Car Park
Between T4 Domestic and Short Term Car Park

Oversized items can be stored at the SmarteCarte Baggage Services kiosk in T1 International, landside, Check-In Area, Ground Floor.

Mobile Charging

Seats with built-in power outlets are available in departure lounges in Terminal 1. Additional charging stations are available in Terminal 2 and on Level 1 in Terminal 3.

Showers

Showers are available in Terminal 1:

International Arrivals Hall, Ground Floor, near check-in counter 40
Airside, International Departures, Level 2, near Gate 54

A reader report notes warm water and wall-mounted soap/shampoo dispensers. Towels are not provided but may be purchased nearby. (hzeddy)

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available. Connect to “Perth Airport Free WiFi” and follow the registration prompts.

Security & Safety

We’ve not been informed of any safety issues at PER. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s essential 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 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

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Locations: T1, T2 and T3. Travelex foreign currency ATMs are available in T1 (International and Domestic terminals) and T3 Domestic.
Baby Care Facilities – Parenting rooms are available landside and airside in all terminals. Facilities include changing tables, seating, and basic amenities. Loaner strollers may be available on request.
Business Services – Printing, faxing, and copying services are available at the SmarteCarte kiosk in Terminal 1.
Children’s Play Areas – A children’s play area is available in Terminal 1 International (airside). Video gaming is also available.
Currency Exchange – Travelex provides currency exchange services in Terminals 1 and 3. Foreign currency ATMs are also available.
Information Desk – There are no staffed information desks. Gold Coat Volunteers assist passengers throughout the terminals. A self-service tourism information kiosk is available in Terminal 1 (Arrivals).
Luggage Trolleys – Free in some areas; otherwise available for a fee (approx. $4).
Luggage Wrapping – Available at the SmarteCarte kiosk in Terminal 1. Fees apply.
Medical Services – First aid rooms are available in all terminals.
Observation Deck – An indoor public viewing area is available in Terminal 1 (landside). An outdoor viewing area on Dunreath Drive is also open during daytime hours.
Pharmacy – Amcal Express is available in Terminal 1 Domestic (airside).
Quiet Room – A prayer and meditation room is available in Terminal 1 (landside).
Shopping – Duty-free and retail shops are available, primarily in Terminal 1.
SIM Cards – A reader let us know that Optus, Vodafone and Telsim are available in Terminal 1.
Smoking Areas – Designated smoking areas are located outside the terminals.

Airlines

Perth Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Asia • Air Mauritius • Air New Zealand • Airnorth • Alliance Airlines • Batik Air • Cathay Pacific • China Southern • Emirates • Garuda Indonesia • Jetstar • Malaysia Airlines • Malindo Air • Qantas • Qatar Airways • Regional Express Airlines • Scoot • Singapore Airlines • South African Airways • Thai Airways • Virgin Australia.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Transperth operates regular bus services between Perth Airport, Perth City and other local centres. For route stops, timetables and fare information, visit the Transperth website.

Car Rentals

Car rental desks are located on the ground floor of T1, T2, T3 and T4. The following agencies operates on-site: Avis • Budget • Europcar • Hertz • Redspot • Thrifty.

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Hotel Shuttles

Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Vetroblu Airport Apartments • Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel • Quest Perth Ascot • Ingot Hotel • Country Comfort Perth • Flag Motor Lodge.

Inter-Terminal Shuttle

PER airport operates a free 24-hour shuttle service between the airport terminals. For schedules and more information, visit the Perth Airport website.

Shuttle

CONNECT Airport Shuttle offers service between the airport and five locations in central Perth: East Perth train station, WA Museum on Beaufort Street, Wellington Street (opposite YHA Backpackers Hostel), the Kings Perth Hotel and The Ambassador Hotel, Adelaide Terrace. The airport has a CONNECT shuttle stop within a short walk of T3 and T4, accessible from T1 and T2 via free airport terminals shuttle. At the time of this update, a one-way ticket is AU$15 per person, sold on board the shuttles.

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located at T1, T2, T3, T4 and Valentine Road. An AU$3 surcharge is added to all fares for trips leaving from the airport, and some drivers request payment of the total fare upfront. The following estimated one-way fares were current at the time of this update: Perth CBD AU$43.00; Armadale AU$65.00; Fremantle AU$67.00; Joondalup AU$97.00; and Mandarah AU$174.00.

Last updated: 2026-03-24

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.