AIR TRAVEL From March 2024 to February 2025 there were a record 2,772,286 passenger movements to Hobart. These record breaking figures come as the airport invests $200 million to double the size of the terminal by 2027, adding more seats, enhancing security screening, additional departure gates, expanded baggage carousels, and an array of food and retail outlets. Visitor numbers are expected to double in 20 years and Hobart Airport are in discussions with airlines about establishing new direct flights to Asia as extensive runway upgrades near completion. Launceston Airport received 1,423,947 passengers in 2023/24 with its busiest month ever in January 2025, welcoming 159,032 passengers. During 2024 and 2025 the airport carried out the most significant terminal renovations in 20 years. SEA TRAVEL The TT-Line Company Pty Ltd, trading as the Spirit of Tasmania is a State Government owned business that has been offering ferry services for passengers, vehicles and freight between Devonport and Geelong (previously Melbourne) since 1993. The trip takes between 9–11 hours in each direction. Two new ships, Spirit of Tasmania IV and V arrive in late 2026. These vessels can accommodate up to 1,800 passengers, an increase of 400 from the previous ships. They represent a significant upgrade in size and capacity, particularly for larger vehicles such as caravans and motor homes, whereby the increased difference is 59.8%. The number of people booked for travel from December 2024 to May 2025 is a record 167,274, up 3,299 from the previous year. CRUISE SHIPS In 2024/25 there were 143 port calls across the state including Hobart (83), Burnie (33), Port Arthur (19) and regional ports (8). On shore expenditure by passengers and crew was estimated as $31 million. A survey of passengers indicated 70% planned to visit Tasmania again.
The Spirit of Tasmania, Devonport
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