Qantas offers direct services to and from Norfolk Island. Their Norfolk Island flight schedule is outlined below: Brisbane to Norfolk Island and return on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Sydney to Norfolk Island and return on Mondays and Fridays (as well as Sundays during busy periods.)
Flying from Australia
Qantas operate direct flights to Norfolk Island from the International terminal currently 3 times weekly from Sydney and 3 times weekly from Brisbane. Travelling from Australia is considered domestic travel; however, flights operate from the international terminals of Brisbane and Sydney airports.
There are 3 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Norfolk Island (as of June 2023).
The flights will be operated by Qantas' Boeing 737 aircraft, offering 2,000 seats across the routes each week as well as belly space for freight.
Travelling from Australia is considered domestic travel, however flights operate from the International terminals.
Qantas offers direct services to and from Norfolk Island. Their Norfolk Island flight schedule is outlined below: Brisbane to Norfolk Island and return on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Sydney to Norfolk Island and return on Mondays and Fridays (as well as Sundays during busy periods.)
Currently, Qantas is the only airline that flies direct to Norfolk Island.
The daily QF9 begins in Melbourne, flying to Perth before then flying non-stop to London.
All things considered… With a 23kg baggage allowance per person each way you need to leave some room for your duty free shopping. Bring a light jacket as sometimes the weather can get a little windy. Think of layers – pack a few extra t-shirts to put on under your clothes if it is cool and take off if it is warm.
Do you need a Passport to travel from Australia to Norfolk Island? Australian Citizens - No, but you will need photographic identification. Please read above. Non-Australian Citizens or Foreign Passport Holders - Yes, please read above.
The best time to visit Norfolk Island is during the warmer months, between spring (September to November) and summer. The island is at its busiest during the school holidays and public holidays. Avoid crowds by booking outside of these dates.
To get a real taste of Norfolk Island, plan to spend at least 7 days there. At a minimum, I think this helps with the flight times to and from the Island. If you're not able to commit that much time, consider 2 nights as a way to get the highlights without breaking your schedule.
Stay connected during your visit to Norfolk Island. The island is not part of the Australian mobile network, so you will need to purchsae a local SIM card to use your mobile phone. Global roaming is also available for many Telstra, Optus and Vodafone customers – check with your provider before you come.
There remains a mandatory requirement to report a positive result to either PCR or RAT for COVID-19 to the Norfolk Island Health and Residential Aged Care Service (NIHRACS) whilst on the island.
Norfolk Island is serviced by Air New Zealand with direct flights to the Island from Sydney or Brisbane taking approximately 2.5 hours. The Air New Zealand journey takes just 1.5 hours from Auckland or 2.5 hours from Christchurch.
The average price of a 7-day trip to Norfolk Island is $2,216 for a solo traveler, $3,980 for a couple, and $7,461 for a family of 4. Norfolk Island hotels range from $70 to $318 per night with an average of $113, while most vacation rentals will cost $240 to $480 per night for the entire home.
Medical treatment on Norfolk Island is covered by Australian Medicare, emergency medical treatment will be covered by Medicare. Please bring your Medicare, Pensioner, and/or Healthcare cards with you to the island.
Norfolk Island is a duty-free and GST-free shopping haven where you'll find over 50 stores selling everything from sporting goods and imported shoes to cosmetics, jewellery and artwork. Forget boring chain stores and cookie-cutter franchises, Norfolk Island's shops are locally owned and operated.
You can bank at Commonwealth and Westpac branches at Burnt Pine. There's a Commonwealth Bank ATM, and some limited EFTPOS on the island.
ROUTES Qantas is Australia's leading domestic airline, operating more than 5,300 domestic flights a week (nearly 760 per day) and serving 67 destinations in all states and mainland territories.
Australian Aviation was among the 140-odd passengers in the economy cabin of Qantas's inaugural QF9 service between Perth and London Heathrow, operated by Boeing 787-9 VH-ZND.
Are you curious about how many flights operate worldwide each day? According to the latest estimates, there are approximately 100,000 flights per day. This number includes all types of flights, including passenger, cargo, and military aircraft.
You can invest in a business or property or simply live on the island. It's an ocean of possibilities now for new investors, families, retirees and workers. There is no need to apply for any residency as it is regarded as moving simply from one part of Australia to another.
The currency used is the Australian dollar. The Commonwealth Bank is located in the main township with an ATM available. Major credit cards are accepted by most retailers on the island. The climate is subtropical with temperatures ranging from 19-28° in Summer and 12-21° in Winter.
COVID-19 ENQUIRIES
All passengers seeking to enter Norfolk Island are required to complete an Entry Pass Application 24 to 72 hours prior to flight departure. Each person requires their own pass, including children.