When talking about a trip to Australian rainforests, the first place to come to the mind is Cairns. It is one of the most famous tourist spots in the entire Northern Queensland region. The area is uniquely different as compared to other tropical regions in Australia because it is surrounded by rainforests, mountains, sandy beaches, tropical Islands, and some of Australia’s most distinguished native creatures. Moreover, Cairns is an easy access to Great Barrier Reef, the main reason for the place being so enormously popular. Cairns airport is the gateway to get to this tropical paradise.
This international airport is located in Cairns’ suburb area Aeroglen, Queensland, Australia. To the east of Cairns airport is Trinity Bay and Mount Whitfield is located to the west. Amongst some of the busiest airports in Australia, this airport comes 7th in ranking. The airport covers 20 international destinations and 44 domestic with direct flights. The airport constitutes of two terminals, one for international flights and the second one for catering domestic passengers. Both these terminals are located in separate buildings. Terminal number 2, used for domestic purposes, consists of 17 gates and 5 jet bridges. The international terminal number 1 has 10 gates and 6 jet bridges in total.
There is an array of retail shops, restaurants, cafes, duty-free shop, souvenir shop, jewelry and accessory shop, money exchange facilities and shops containing some of Australia’s finest gourmet foods, produce and chocolates at Cairns airport. Same like the arrival international terminal, the domestic terminal is loaded with cafes, bars, food courts, retail shops, books corner and much more. Some branded attire and fashion wear is also available at both terminals. Travelers can grab their last minute traveling needs to make their journey worthwhile.
Just outside the domestic and international terminals of Cairns airport, tourists can easily spot and hire taxis for getting to the city centre, hotels and wherever they desire. Same way, a bus shuttle service is available at the airport to take passengers to different parts of Cairns. Car hire hiring service is also available at the airport. Upon arrival, travelers can hire a ride of their liking for as long as they desire. A car hire is the most convenient option to move about in the city. Having a car will enable the tourists to easily visit the gold mines which contribute as one of the most important industries of the area. Drive a little further and travelers will come across some of the lush sugarcane fields and other agricultural products.
Cairns airport is the perfect gateway to exploring some of nature’s wonders, natural beauty and get in collaboration with nature.
