Air travel

Brisbane’s domestic and international airport terminals are located approximately 18km from the Brisbane CBD and are easily accessible by car, taxi, coach and train. For more information see the Brisbane Airport website at www.bne.com.au or contact 07 3406 3000.

Key airline contacts include:

Jetstar: www.jetstar.com.au
Pacific Blue: www.pacificblue.com.au
Qantas: www.qantas.com.au
Virgin Blue: www.virginblue.com.au

Airport transfers

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The Airtrain rail service links Brisbane domestic and international airport terminals to the Brisbane CBD. The service takes approximately 22 minutes into the CBD and costs $14.50 one way. It also links to services to the Gold Coast. Tickets can be purchased (with cash or credit cards) via vending machines on the platform or online on the Airtrain website. For Queensland Rail timetables and further information call TransLink on 13 12 30 or visit:

Airtrain: www.airtrain.com.au
TransInfo: www.transinfo.com.au
Queensland Rail: www.qr.com.au

Coach

Coachtrans operates a shuttle service between Brisbane domestic and international airports and the Roma Street Transit Centre and city hotels. It operates a fleet of air-conditioned coaches, 7 days a week and meets all major flights into Brisbane’s domestic and international airports. The cost is $14 one way per person. Bookings can be made at the domestic and international terminals or book directly online at www.coachtrans.com.au

Taxi

Taxis from Brisbane airport to the city centre take approximately 30 minutes and cost approximately $40. For bookings in Australia phone: 131 008

Hire cars

Six car rental companies operate from the Brisbane airports. To make a booking prior to your arrival contact:

AVIS Car Rental: www.avis.com.au
Budget: www.budget.com.au
Europcar: www.deltaeuropcar.com.au
Red Spot: www.redspotcars.com.au
Hertz Car Rental: www.hertz.com.au
Thrifty Car Rental: www.thrifty.com.au

Travel insurance

The congress managers recommend that delegates purchase travel insurance including cover for non-refundable congress registration fees. Travel insurance must be purchased in the country of residence.

Visa

All travellers to Australia, other than Australian and New Zealand citizens, are legally required to hold a valid visa or electronic travel authority (ETA). It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and completed before you commence your journey. Delegates must register for the event before lodging their visa/ETA application. Following your registration, you will receive an acknowledgement letter. This is all you require from the event manager in order to make your visa/ETA application. We recommend you apply for your visa/ETA at least 10 weeks before you travel (earlier in some cases). For more information, contact your nearest Australian Embassy/Consulate or view the Australian Department of Immigration website  www.immi.gov.au/visitors.

Quarantine

Australia has very strict quarantine rules which are enforced at all ports and airports.  Animal and plant product imports are strictly controlled and prior application must be made to bring these into the country.  Numerous food products such as meat, fruit and vegetables are also restricted and must be declared when entering the country.  Passengers’ luggage is inspected using sniffer dogs.