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Airport Transfers in Australia: 15 Days Out With the Prices Attached

26 tours  ·  from $17

Good airport transfers sell out well ahead and the pick of them go first. Here are 15 to lock in early, what each includes, and where they part company.

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Return Transfers - Floating above farms, forests, and vineyards
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Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Return Transfers

1.Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Return Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · from $335Our pick

Rise before dawn for a gentle hot-air balloon flight over Gold Coast forests, farms, vineyards, and lakes. Your pilot and guide explain the views, then you help pack away the balloon before a hot breakfast, sparkling wine, and cellar-door tasting at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley. Pickup and return transfers from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach are included.

“This was a fantastic experience - absolutely loved the ballon ride and we were able to see some kangaroos which was a nice bonus. Kelly was our driver and tour guide with Gavin helping out. The ballon pilot was Dharwal. Kelly was absolutely Read more”

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Sydney Arrival Transfer: Airport to City or Overseas Passenger Terminal - What the shared minivan ride is really like
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Sydney Arrival Transfer: Airport to City or Overseas Passenger Terminal

2.Sydney Arrival Transfer: Airport to City or Overseas Passenger Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 339 reviews · from $26

You’ll meet Go Sydney Shuttle at Sydney Airport and ride an air-conditioned minivan to a city hotel or the Overseas Passenger Terminal. Drivers such as George and Edi provide clear updates by text or WhatsApp, help with luggage, and monitor flight times. The shared service costs $26.18 per person, but waiting times can vary.

“We received instruction on where to meet the driver after losing our way. He was courteous and professional.”

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Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast - Comfort, luggage, and the shared-ride trade-off
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Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast

3.Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · from $63

Take a one-way shared minivan from Brisbane Airport to your Sunshine Coast hotel or residence. Check in at the airport service desk, then ride in air-conditioned comfort with luggage help and door-to-door drop-off. Departures run daily from early morning into the evening, with a maximum of 10 passengers.

“From the lady who assisted me on the phone and the drivers were helpful especially when you are going to a place for the first time.”

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Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour - Pickup in Hobart and the road south
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Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour

4.Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 283 reviews · from $96

Travel from Hobart to Port Arthur in a small group with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll stop at Eaglehawk Neck, the Chocolate Foundry, Port Arthur Lavender Farm, and Port Arthur Historic Site. Choose a longer site visit or a Remarkable Cave detour before returning to Hobart.

“Awesome trip, Jodie was knowledgeable helpful and a great driver.”

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Shuttle Transfer from Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Port to Sydney Airport - Leaving from Circular Quay after a cruise
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Shuttle Transfer from Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Port to Sydney Airport

5.Shuttle Transfer from Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Port to Sydney Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $25

Pre-book a one-way shared shuttle from a Sydney CBD hotel or Circular Quay’s Overseas Passenger Terminal to the Domestic or International Airport. An air-conditioned minivan or coach carries up to 13 people, with pickup timing set around your flight. Drivers assist with luggage, and a 24-hour emergency number is provided.

“Excellent service! Shuttle arrived 30 mins before scheduled arrival time (which was great!) and provided a speedy and convenient way to get to the Sydney airport from the CBD.”

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Sydney Airport Private Car Arrival Transfer - The roughly 20-minute ride into Sydney
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Sydney Airport Private Car Arrival Transfer

6.Sydney Airport Private Car Arrival Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 204 reviews · from $86

Arrange a private, climate-controlled car from Sydney Airport to your Sydney accommodation. Your driver meets you in arrivals with a sign bearing your name, helps with luggage, and drives directly to your door. Max and Peter are among the named drivers praised for friendly service, though flight delays and pickup confusion can occasionally slow the start.

“prompt, polite and reasonable fare. Can not ask for anything more.”

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Airport Transfers between Cairns Airport and Cairns City - Domestic arrivals: find the desk before your bags
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Airport Transfers between Cairns Airport and Cairns City

7.Airport Transfers between Cairns Airport and Cairns City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 182 reviews · from $16Best value

Book a shared airport transfer between Cairns Airport and a Cairns City hotel for $16.50 per person. Domestic arrivals check in at the Exemplar desk in T2 before collecting luggage. International arrivals meet a driver near the Exemplar desk in T1. Expect a clean van, hotel drop-off, and service for up to 20 people.

“Driver was super nice. Would suggest also checking on Uber as it might be slightly less expensive if you’re going to the Esplanade .”

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Alice Springs to Ayers Rock (Uluru) One Way Shuttle - Atila, or Mount Conner, is worth watching for
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Alice Springs to Ayers Rock (Uluru) One Way Shuttle

8.Alice Springs to Ayers Rock (Uluru) One Way Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · from $178

Travel 463 kilometers from Alice Springs to Uluru in an air-conditioned coach with hotel pickup, several leg-stretch stops, and commentary on Aboriginal culture, wildlife, and desert landmarks. Drivers such as Peter, Phil, Reuben, Mack, Barry, and Colin have made the long ride feel like more than a transfer. Expect an early start and arrival around lunchtime or early afternoon.

“The ride was relaxed, not much people in the bus. Get a lot information from the driver. The trip was good.”

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Private Arrival Transfer: Sydney Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port - Sedan comfort for small groups, minivan space for four or more
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Private Arrival Transfer: Sydney Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port

9.Private Arrival Transfer: Sydney Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 154 reviews · from $41

Pre-book a private transfer from Sydney Domestic or International Airport to your CBD hotel or cruise port. Your driver meets you with a name sign, helps with luggage, and monitors flight delays. Groups of one to three ride in a sedan; four or more use a minivan. Drivers such as George and Sasha have been praised for clear communication and useful Sydney tips.

“George our driver was waiting at the airport with a sign with our name. He made us feel comfortable and gave us ideas on what to do in Sydney.”

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Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs One-Way Shuttle - Early pickup from Yulara and the first hours on the road
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Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs One-Way Shuttle

10.Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs One-Way Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · from $185

Ride from Uluru to Alice Springs in about six hours aboard an air-conditioned coach with an AAT Kings driver-guide. Expect early hotel pickup, Outback commentary, views of Mt Conner and the West MacDonnell Ranges, and a stop at Mount Ebenezer Road House for snacks, local Imanpa artwork, and possibly emus. Hotel drop-off in Alice Springs is included.

“the coach was comfortable, ride was great, driver drove very safely and always keeping within the speed limit. just one downside was that I was not informed of the half an hour delay in departure, so always check with the concierge on that day if you are departing from Sails in the Desert. I would still strongly recommend the ride through the outbacks, a different experience from flying.”

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Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast - The 21-seat minibus and shared ride
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Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast

11.Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 138 reviews · from $60

Book a shared Con-X-ion shuttle from Brisbane Airport to your Gold Coast hotel. Staff meet arrivals at the domestic or international terminal, then a 21-seat air-conditioned minibus takes you door to door. The ride is about one hour in good conditions, but traffic, hotel stops, and delays can make it much longer.

“The airport shuttle service was so convenient, great customer service. I will use the service again.”

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Established Return Airport Transfer Proserpine to Airlie Beach - The return trip and the two-hour pickup window
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Established Return Airport Transfer Proserpine to Airlie Beach

12.Established Return Airport Transfer Proserpine to Airlie Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $30

Book a return shuttle between Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine and Airlie Beach hotels, cruise ports, or other accommodation. The trip takes about 35 minutes in an air-conditioned minibus, with luggage trailers and airport desk assistance. Drivers such as Nifty, Simon, and Raymond are known for local tips and friendly help.

“Simple efficient process. Grab luggage, checkin at their desk where all the rental car kiosks are and get directed to the bus.”

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Peninsula Hot Springs Spa Experience and Express Transfer Shuttle - The 8:20 am pickup from central Melbourne
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Peninsula Hot Springs Spa Experience and Express Transfer Shuttle

13.Peninsula Hot Springs Spa Experience and Express Transfer Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · from $129

Take an express shuttle from central Melbourne to Peninsula Hot Springs for about three hours of geothermal bathing, then stop at Arthurs Seat and the colourful beach boxes. The $129.10 trip includes Bath House entry, return transport, and priority admission. Drivers such as Cory and Jodie add friendly commentary along the way.

“Very friendly shuttle staff, but the hot springs are not any wonder and staff there poor qualified for a VIP SPA very expensive.”

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Hobart: Mount Wellington and Richmond Village Shuttle - The climb to kunanyi/Mount Wellington
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Hobart: Mount Wellington and Richmond Village Shuttle

14.Mount Wellington and Richmond Village Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 78 reviews · 7 hours · from $67

Set out from Brooke Street Pier at 9:30am for kunanyi/Mount Wellington, with about 30 minutes at the summit and commentary from an English-speaking driver-guide. Return to Hobart before joining the 12:30pm Richmond shuttle for three hours to visit Australia’s oldest bridge, gaol, church, shops, and cafes at your own pace.

“Amazing views from Mount Wellington with a friendly guide who gave commentary along the way. Plenty of time in Richmond in the afternoon too.”

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Shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach - Local Tips Instead of a Silent Airport Ride
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Shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach

15.Shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 75 reviews · from $20

This shared shuttle meets you in Proserpine Airport’s arrivals hall and takes you to your Airlie Beach accommodation in about 40 minutes. Expect an air-conditioned bus, door-to-door drop-off, and local tips from drivers such as Kat, Charlie, and Pat. Bring one suitcase and one carry-on per person, and book your return ride separately.

“You guys fuced up big time!!! we were one of the 1st of the stops, But we’re taken around the world to get back to our destination Mantra club Croc Thanks for a Great start to our Holiday”

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