Travel information

Everything you need to know before you go

Flights, entry requirements, what to pack and what to expect once you land, the practical side of your Norfolk Island holiday, all in one place.

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1,677km Northeast of Sydney, roughly halfway between Australia and New Zealand
35km² The island's total size, easy to explore in a few days by car
<2,000 Residents, a close-knit community with a story of its own
English Widely spoken, alongside Norf'k, a local language blending Tahitian and 18th-century English

Getting there

Flights to Norfolk Island

Qantas operates direct flights from Brisbane and Sydney, with up to five services a week. We can arrange connecting flights from anywhere in Australia, so your whole journey is taken care of.

Norfolk Island has a single airport, with only one flight arriving at a time. No queues, no confusion, just friendly faces waiting to help. You'll be checked into your accommodation within 30 minutes of landing, and at the beach ten minutes after that.

Ex Brisbane

2hr 10min

Ex Sydney

2hr 30min

  • Flights depart from the international terminals in both Brisbane and Sydney
  • Economy and Business Class both available
  • Connecting flights from any Australian city can be arranged for you
  • Our team can provide flight information directly, or check schedules with Qantas yourself

Entry requirements

What you'll need to enter

Australian travellers need photo identification to enter Norfolk Island. Any one of the following is accepted.

1

Australian Passport

The most common form of identification for travel to Norfolk Island.

2

Driver's Licence

A valid Australian driver's licence is accepted.

3

Government-Issued Photo ID

Any identification card issued by a state or federal government that features your photo.

Good to know

A few practical things before you go

The small details that make a real difference once you land.

Biosecurity and customs

Norfolk Island is a protected environment, so quarantine rules apply to what you bring in. Fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seeds and some food items need to be declared or left behind. The good news: you won't need to bring food at all, the island has its own grocery stores, local butchers and plenty of local produce, so enjoy shopping local instead.

Money and currency

Norfolk Island uses the Australian Dollar. Card payments are widely accepted, though it's worth carrying some cash for smaller shops, markets and local stalls.

What to pack

Norfolk Island has a mild, subtropical climate year-round, warmer and more humid from December to February, cooler and wetter from June to August. A light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes and swimwear are worth packing whatever time of year you visit.

Getting around

Most visitors hire a car for the length of their stay, the easiest way to see the island at your own pace. See our Car Hire page for options.

Staying connected

Mobile reception and Wi-Fi are available across most of the island, though coverage can be patchy in some areas. Most accommodation includes Wi-Fi, check with your host if you need to stay properly connected.

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