Flights from Napier (NPE) to Brisbane (BNE)

When to visit

With plenty of events happening all year round, it’s easy to find your ideal time to visit the Queensland City of Brisbane. Time your trip to coincide with the Regional Flavours Festival in July or visit in September to enjoy music, dance, theatre and comedy at the Brisbane Festival. Planning to make the most of the city’s subtropical climate? You’ll enjoy warm and dry weather in October and November, providing perfect conditions to explore the Queensland coast.

Arrival information

What is the main airport called?

Brisbane Airport (BNE)Opens external site in a new window. Located a 30-minute drive from the city centre on Airport Drive at Eagle Farm. It is the main airport serving Brisbane and South East Queensland. There are two terminals at Brisbane Airport: International and Domestic. 

Arriving at Brisbane Airport

When your flight to Brisbane lands, you’ll be greeted by the staff at Brisbane Airport. From there, it’s really easy to make your way to different parts of the busy city.

Getting into Brisbane

To reach Brisbane’s city centre on a budget, take the Airtrain, which offers fast and affordable access to the CBD in as little as 20 minutes. For a more direct route to the city, look for the taxis, rideshare services and shuttles that can be accessed outside the terminal building. You can also pre-book to hire a car. 

Getting around Brisbane

After you’ve made your way into the heart of Brisbane, getting around is easy. The city’s public transport system is both convenient and affordable, with trains, buses and ferries all accessible with a reloadable go card. Alternatively, if you’re planning to visit Brisbane's nearby attractions during your holiday, car hire can be booked in advance or organised on arrival. Walking and cycling are also a great way to get around on more than 1,100km of dedicated pathways.

Departure information

Fly from Hawke's Bay

Once you’ve purchased your tickets from Hawke's Bay, there are a few things you should know to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for your upcoming trip.  

What is the main airport called? 

Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE)Opens external site in a new window. Commonly referred to as Napier Airport, is Hawke's Bay's main commercial airport, serving domestic flights to the main centres of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch as well as smaller centres such as Gisborne, Wairoa and Blenheim.
Opens external site in a new window

Baggage allowance

 Passengers on Qantas flights from Hawke's Bay are allocated checked baggage. If you need more luggage, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance online prior to departure.      

Checking in 

Ensure you check-in online or via the Qantas App before you arrive at the airport from 24 hours before departure.

Why Qantas

The benefits of flying Qantas

Fly with Qantas and enjoy a comfortable journey from take-off to touch down. 

Included baggage

Enjoy peace of mind knowing baggage is included on all Qantas flights. Find out all you need to know about checked baggage.

Can I cancel my flight booking due to COVID-19?

If your flights were booked through a travel agency or third-party website, please contact them directly to discuss your options.

If your plans have changed or you no longer wish to travel, visit Manage Booking to change your travel dates or cancel your flight. Visit Booking changes for more information.

If we’ve cancelled your Qantas flight, including your Classic Flight Reward booking, wait to hear from us before changing your booking. We’ll contact anyone whose flight has been impacted as soon as possible.