Media releases

Perth Airport leading the way in On-Time Performance

06 January, 2017

Perth Airport has been named one of the world’s most punctual airports in the 2016 OAG Punctuality League Report: On-time performance (OTP) results for airlines and airports.

Festive season off to a flying start at Perth Airport

20 December, 2016

Perth Airport is gearing up for a fantastic festive season with an exciting array of activities, entertainment and displays across all terminals.

Perth Airport launches ridesharing with Uber

19 December, 2016

Perth Airport will welcome popular ridesharing operator Uber to the significant range of transport options already available to its customers.

Perth Airport fosters the Christmas spirit for children

16 December, 2016

As part of Perth Airport’s Corporate Social Responsibility program, more than 300 staff donated gifts for children who live in foster care across Western Australia.  The gifts were donated as part of Perth Airport’s end of year staff celebration, and were presented to the Foster Care Association of WA.


Perth Airport and Qantas reach agreement on the 787-9 Dreamliner direct service from Perth to London

11 December, 2016

Perth Airport and Qantas have reached agreement on the use of Terminal 3 (T3) to facilitate the operation of the non-stop iconic service from Perth to London, on the airline’s new state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.

Proposed Qantas 787-9 Direct Service from Perth to London

27 November, 2016

Discussions between Perth Airport and Qantas for the operation of direct services from Perth to London are progressing. 

Perth Airport Unveils Its New Front Door

25 November, 2016

Perth Airport’s new and expanded Terminal 1 (T1) forecourt, featuring two exciting new dining experiences, are now opened to the public as part of its historic $1 billion redevelopment program.

Perth Airport crowned Capital City Airport of the Year

24 November, 2016

At a gala dinner in Canberra last night, Perth Airport was awarded the coveted Australian Airports Association (AAA) Industry Award for Capital City Airport of the Year.

Proposed Qantas 787-9 direct service from Perth to London

18 November, 2016

Perth Airport is fully supportive of the proposed introduction of direct flights from Perth to London and believes the creation of a Western Hub represents a significant opportunity for Qantas, Perth Airport, and Western Australia.

TERMINAL 1 INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATES 30 YEARS

25 October, 2016

Perth Airport today celebrates 30 years of operations at Terminal 1 (T1) International, marking a significant milestone in air travel in Western Australia.