Hobart Airport offers direct flights from major Australian cities including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth, Canberra and Adelaide. It also serves as Tasmania’s only international flight service with direct flights to Auckland, New Zealand. This service provides access to and from a range of international destinations beyond New Zealand, including the USA and the Pacific Islands, all with the convenience of customs processing in Hobart. Just a 15-minute drive from Hobart centre, the airport features a variety of dining options, facilities and support services to ensure a comfortable and hassle-free travel experience.
🔸 Getting there
Hobart Airport is located just 17 kilometres from Hobart city centre, connected via a dual-lane highway. You can get to and from the airport by shuttle bus, taxi, Uber, rental car or your own vehicle.You can get to and from the airport via shuttle bus, taxis, Uber, rental car or your own vehicle.
🔸 Check-in, arrivals and baggage claim
Check-in desks for all airlines and self-service kiosks are located in the middle of the terminal building. Please refer to the map below and the Flights page to confirm your flight arrival gate and airline baggage carousel. Information screens can also be found inside the terminal building.
🔸 Accessibility
If you need help getting around, want to organise a wheelchair, find reserved parking spaces for people with disability permits or have any special needs, please see the Accessibility page. You might also like to view our Social Stories, produced in partnership with Autism Tasmania.
Turn the conference into a true Tasmanian experience! Make the most of your time in Tasmania by exploring the island before or after the conference. Sure, MONA and Salamanca Market might already be on your list, but what else is out there? What’s worth seeing, how do you get there, and who can help?
That’s where the Hobart Travel Centre comes in. We’ve partnered with this small, passionate team of friendly locals who know the ins and outs of Tassie. Whether you're after adventure or luxury, nature or culture, historic charm or modern indulgence – they’ve tried it, loved it, and can help you experience it too.
It’s a free service, and they book state-wide. Reach out today and let them help you plan an unforgettable Tassie getaway.
🔸 Website www.hobarttravelcentre.com.au
🔸 Email bookings@hobarttravelcentre.com.au
🔸 Phone 03 6238 4222
We have secured a range of excellent accommodation options within close proximity to the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart, the official venue for ASMIRT 2026. These special rates will be available for stays before, during, and after the conference dates to give attendees maximum flexibility. Accommodation bookings should be made as part of the online conference registration process.
If you have any questions regarding accommodation for ASMIRT 2026, please contact our official accommodation booking partner, InHouse Event Solutions, at conferences@inhouseeventsolutions.com.
Please note: ASMIRT does not work with any other accommodation providers. Be cautious of unsolicited contact or offers, as accommodation scams targeting conference attendees are common. If you are unsure about the legitimacy of any communication, please contact conferences@inhouseeventsolutions.com or conferences@asmirt.org for clarification.
For overseas registrants intending to attend ASMIRT 2026, you may be required to have a obtain a visa through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. For all visa applications it is recommended that you lodge your paperwork a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks prior to your intended travel.
🔸 Visa options
Participants, attendees and speakers that will not be working, performing or otherwise be paid to contribute at the event may be eligible to apply for the following visa options:
NB: Eligibility for an eVisitor visa and ETA will be determined by the country of passport that the applicant holds.
Visitor (subclass 600) Business visa applicants should include as much information as possible to support their visa applications. In addition, visa applicants should include the following information:
Electronic Travel Authority – ETA (subclass 601) applicants from Malaysia should note that there may be additional information and documentary requirements.
🔸 Biometrics
Visa applicants outside of Australia will need to provide biometrics when they apply for a visa that is part of the Australian biometrics program, or where they are from a country, or located in a country at time of application that is part of the Australian biometrics program.
🔸 Health and Character Requirements
Most visa applicants must meet minimum health standards before they can be granted a visa, and the department may assess your health as part of the visa application process. This is referred to as 'meeting the health requirement'.
Applicants must be of good character to obtain a visa for Australia and must meet the character requirements in order to be granted a visa.
🔸 Visa Application Process and Processing Times
Visa applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis, and actual processing times can vary due to individual circumstances including:
Processing times are impacted each month by cases that are complex, changes to volume of applications and changes to Ministerial Directions. For this reason, we would advise that visa applications be lodged at least 6 to 8 weeks prior to a person’s intended date of travel.
🔸 Border and Entry Requirements
Travellers should familiarise themselves with Australia’s border and entry requirements.
