A Travel Price Comparison for Australia Perth vs. Brisbane for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Perth or Brisbane?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Perth and Brisbane can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Perth or Brisbane?

Perth

Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.

Brisbane

Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.

Which city is cheaper, Brisbane or Perth?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Perth is $133, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $134. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Perth and Brisbane in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Perth $76
    Brisbane $83
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Perth $152
    Brisbane $166
Compare Hotels in Perth and Brisbane

Looking for a hotel in Perth or Brisbane? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Perth


Hotels in Brisbane


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Perth Hotel Prices and Brisbane Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Perth $25
    Brisbane $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth

Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Perth Airport Transfer - group booking: $198
  • Perth Departure Transfer by Private Chauffeur: Perth City Center to Airport: $59
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Perth Airport: $48
  • Private Sedan Transfer from Perth CBD Hotel to Perth Airport: $47

Typical Local Transportation prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:


  • Airtrain to the City
    $9.97
  • Go Card
    $17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane

Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 8-Day Authentic Outback Adventure Tour of Cunnamulla Including Round-Trip Air Transfer from Brisbane: $3,043
  • Private 24 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast Airport Transfer: $418
  • Private 13 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast Airport Transfer: $379
  • Private Transfer from Brisbane Airport to Noosa for 1 to 7 people: $352
  • Private 24 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to a GC Theme Park Transfer: $339
  • Private 13 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to a GC Theme Park Transfer: $300
  • Private 24 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Transfer: $213
  • Private 24 Seat Mini Bus CBD to Brisbane Airport Transfer: $205
  • Private Brisbane Airport Arrival Transfer to Gold Coast: $177
  • Private 13 Seat Mini Bus Brisbane CBD to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Transfer: $173
  • Luxury Brisbane Airport Transfers To and From Surfers Paradise for 2 Person: $173
  • Sirromet Winery All inclusive Lunch @ Lurleens, Tour, Tastings and Transfers: $158

Is it cheaper to fly into Perth or Brisbane?

Prices for flights to both Brisbane and Perth change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Perth $36
    Brisbane $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth

For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Perth Classic Bites & Local Flavors: Food Tour: $71
  • Swan Valley Half-Day Food Tour and Wine Trail from Perth: $75
  • Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $91
  • Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $110
  • Withlocals The 10 Tastings: Perth Private Food Tour: $118
  • Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Wildlife Experience a Small Group Tour: $130

Typical Food prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:


  • Hamburger Lunch
    $5.32
  • Cup of Coffee
    $1.99
  • Chinese Food Lunch
    $8.31
  • Ice cream
    $3.66
  • Japanese Meal
    $14
  • Smoothie
    $4.32
  • Japanese Soup
    $7.64
  • Coffee & Muffin
    $4.65
  • Morning Mint Tea
    $2.33
  • Veggie Burger & Chips
    $9.31
  • Bread
    $1.73

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Guided Food Tour with Coffee and Wine Tastings: $184
  • Brisbane Food Tour: A Taste of Queensland: $202
  • 3-Course Progressive Dinner Experience in Brisbane: $237
  • Queensland Food Tour: Farm-to-Table Indulgence: $375

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Perth $14
    Brisbane $24

Tours and Activities in Perth

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.

  • "The Thirsty Three" Swan Valley Private Tour: $154
  • 1-Day Pinnacles and Yanchep Tour from Perth including Fish and Chips Lunch: $348
  • 1-Day Private Perth and Fremantle Tour: $263
  • 1/2 day Swan Valley Wine Cheese & Chocolate Tour Inc Afternoon Cruise to Perth: $87
  • 2-Hour Guided Welcome Perth City Walking Tour: $174
  • 20 Day Perth to Darwin Adventure: $3,279
  • 4 Day South West Australia Tour - All inclusive with premium accomodation: $944
  • 4-Day South West Yoga and Wellness Tour from Perth: $1,430
  • 5 Day Perth to Exmouth Adventure: $839
  • 6 Days Perth All-Inclusive Touring Package: $1,580
  • 6-Day Esperance Adventure Tour from Perth: $743
  • 9 Day Perth to Broome Adventure: $1,513

Typical Entertainment prices in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Concert Tickets
    $13

Tours and Activities in Brisbane

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.

  • 4-Day Jewels of the Outback Gemstone Hunting Tour from Brisbane: $1,577
  • 5-Day Cunnamulla Outback Wildlife Backpacking Tour from Brisbane: $948
  • 5-Day Outback Farm and Wildlife Experience from Brisbane: $1,936
  • Bay Island Tour - Scenic Flight: $271
  • Best Of Brisbane Day Tour incl. Lone Pine - Half Day Private Customised tour: $197
  • Boutique Brisbane to Cairns Australian east coast tour - 8 Day small group: $2,689
  • Brisbane Day in the Country Full-Day Small-Group Tour with Lunch: $249
  • Brisbane Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $35
  • Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit: $61
  • Brisbane to Moreton Island Return Ferry & Adventure Day Pass: $86
  • Full-Day Byron Bay Tour: $280
  • Guided River Kayak Tour: $47

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Perth $7.59
    Brisbane $51

Sample the Local Flavors in Perth

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:

  • Perth Bar Crawl: $12
  • Afternoon Swan Valley Sundowner Wine Tour from Perth: $63
  • Swan Valley Half-Day Food and Wine Tasting Tour: $70
  • Sunday Afternoon Swan Valley Wine & Brewery Tour from Perth: $75
  • The Non-Touristy Swan Valley Private Day Trip & Wine Tastings: $81
  • From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $94
  • Swan Valley Sunset Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $95
  • Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $99
  • Small-Group Bickley Valley Wine Tour: $107
  • Wine Tasting Day Trip and Swan Valley River Cruise to Perth: $123
  • Swan Valley River Cruise and Wine Tasting Day Trip from Perth: $123
  • VIP Swan Valley Wine Tour: Premium Small-Group Wine and Gourmet Experience: $126

Typical Alcohol prices in Brisbane

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:


  • Evening at the Bar
    $9.97
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $9.31
  • Guiness Beer
    $5.65
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $8.63

Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:

  • Deluxe Wine Tasting Tour Mt Tamborine Includes 2 course Lunch: $94
  • Morning or Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour: $111
  • Mt Tamborine Wine Tour: $119
  • Brisbane Half-Day Private Brewery Tour: $119
  • Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour: $119
  • Northern Rivers food & Wine Tour from Brisbane: $119
  • Two Day xxxx Brewery and Tamborine Winery Tour: $198
  • Private Full Day Wine Tour from Brisbane to Tamborine Mountain: $474

About these numbers

When comparing the travel costs between Perth and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Pacific, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.


When is the best time to visit Perth or Brisbane?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.

Should I visit Perth or Brisbane in the Summer?

Both Brisbane and Perth are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In January, Perth is generally around the same temperature as Brisbane. Temperatures in Perth average around 25°C (76°F), and Brisbane stays around 25°C (77°F).

It's quite sunny in Brisbane. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Perth. Perth usually receives more sunshine than Brisbane during summer. Perth gets 331 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 256 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. In January, Perth usually receives less rain than Brisbane. Perth gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January
    Perth 25°C (76°F) 
    Brisbane 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Perth or Brisbane in the Autumn?

Both Brisbane and Perth during the autumn are popular places to visit.

Perth is cooler than Brisbane in the autumn. The temperature in Perth is usually 19°C (67°F) in April, and Brisbane stays around 22°C (71°F).

In Brisbane, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Perth. In the autumn, Perth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brisbane. Perth gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 214 hours of full sun.

Brisbane gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Perth usually gets less rain in April than Brisbane. Perth gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April
    Perth 19°C (67°F) 
    Brisbane 22°C (71°F)

Should I visit Perth or Brisbane in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Perth and Brisbane.

In the winter, Perth is cooler than Brisbane. Typically, the winter temperatures in Perth in July are around 13°C (55°F), and Brisbane is about 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brisbane this time of the year. Perth usually receives less sunshine than Brisbane during winter. Perth gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.

Perth gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Perth usually receives more rain than Brisbane. Perth gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July
    Perth 13°C (55°F) 
    Brisbane 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Perth or Brisbane in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Perth as well as Brisbane.

In October, Perth is generally cooler than Brisbane. Temperatures in Perth average around 17°C (62°F), and Brisbane stays around 21°C (69°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Perth this time of the year. In the spring, Perth often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brisbane. Perth gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 259 hours of full sun.

Perth usually gets less rain in October than Brisbane. Perth gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October
    Perth 17°C (62°F) 
    Brisbane 21°C (69°F)

Typical Weather for Brisbane and Perth

Perth Brisbane
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C (76°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 25°C (77°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Feb 25°C (77°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 25°C (77°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Mar 23°C (73°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Apr 19°C (67°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 22°C (71°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
May 16°C (61°F) 115 mm (4.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Jun 14°C (58°F) 201 mm (7.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Jul 13°C (55°F) 170 mm (6.7 in) 15°C (59°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Aug 13°C (56°F) 130 mm (5.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sep 15°C (58°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 18°C (65°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 17°C (62°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 21°C (69°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 19°C (67°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Dec 22°C (72°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 24°C (76°F) 127 mm (5 in)


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