Getting to Brisbane for the 2032 Games: visas and flights

Brisbane International Terminal. Photo: Kgbo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

BRIS2032 · Updated 16 October 2026

Not Australian? Visa first. ETA app, AUD20.

ETA · 601AUD20Apply in the Australian ETA app. Up to 3 months a visit. US, Canada, Japan, Singapore and more.

eVisitor · 651FreeFor eligible European passports. Up to 3 months a visit.

Visitor · 600From AUD250Everyone else. Takes longer, so start early.

Apply from outside Australia.

Which airlines fly into Brisbane?

Departure hall, Brisbane International. Photo: Kgbo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

35international destinations

25mpassengers in 2025

DailyEmirates and Qatar

BNE Corp.

How do I get from the airport to the venues?

Airtrain’s International Terminal station. Photo: Kgbo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Airtrain into town; then 50c on buses, trains and ferries.

Where to stay → Venues map → Getting around → Free Starter Kit →

Quick answers

Can I apply for an ETA at Brisbane Airport?

No. You apply from outside Australia, in the Australian ETA app.

Is the eVisitor really free?

Yes, for eligible European passport holders.

How long can I stay on an ETA?

Up to 3 months each time, as often as you like within 12 months.

Does the Visitor visa cost more?

Yes. It starts at AUD250, against AUD20 for the ETA.

When should I get to the airport to fly home?

3 hours before an international departure.

Is Airtrain included in the 50c fare?

No. Airtrain charges its own fares.

Sources: ETA 601, eVisitor 651, Visitor 600; BNE Corp.