Flights to Bundaberg

Travelling with Children

Bundaberg is one of the best destinations in Queensland for travelling families. It's a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, which is why many people buy tickets to Bundaberg, and there are tons of kid-friendly activities for all ages.

Bundaberg Botanic Gardens

The Bundaberg Botanic Gardens are a great place to take the kids for a picnic. There are hidden Japanese style gardens, a beautiful lake and more than 100 species of birds to spot. If you're booking flights to Bundaberg and your trip falls on a Sunday, bring the kids here and ride on the Australian Sugarcane Railway.

Cania Gorge National Park

If you're an active family, you'll love spending a few hours at the Cania Gorge National Park. There are towering caves to explore, and you can take the kids to see Aboriginal rock art. Don't miss out on visiting the Three Moon Creek where you can see platypuses!

The Bundy Barrel

Ginger beer is one of Bundaberg's biggest exports. When buying airfare to Bundaberg, add a day trip to the Bundy Barrel on your itinerary. It's a kid-friendly activity that will cost only $28.50 AUD for two adults and two children.

Mon Repos Conservation Park

Mon Repos Conservation Park is one of the best things to do in Bundaberg. Plan your flights to Bundaberg to coincide with the turtle hatching that happens from November to March. It's a great experience for the whole family!

The Great Barrier Reef

No visit to Bundaberg would be complete without visiting the Great Barrier Reef, one of Australia's iconic tourist attractions. You can book your group tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Site before your flights to Bundaberg depart or after you arrive. If your kids are old enough, you can take them diving or snorkelling. Otherwise, there are glass-bottom boat tours that the whole family can enjoy.

Cafes and Restaurants

Indulge Cafe

Indulge Cafe is one of the best restaurants in Bundaberg. Come here for brunch with your family and experience one of the most talked-about menus in the city. The bistro has an excellent cocktail and wine list as well as freshly-baked cakes every day.

Water Street Kitchen

If your flights to Bundaberg don't arrive too late in the evening, make a reservation here for your first dinner in this Queensland city. The restaurant also has a delicious breakfast and lunch and menu. Inside, you'll find French-style wooden chairs, beautiful floral bouquets and some of the best coffee in Bundaberg.

RiverFeast

RiverFeast is the go-to place in Bundaberg for live music and excellent food. On Friday nights you can indulge at the city's biggest beer garden and sample something from one of the delicious food vendors. There are also monthly events that you can plan your flights to Bundaberg around.

The Best Time to Visit With Cheap Flights to Bundaberg

The best time to visit Bundaberg depends on you. The city has consistent weather throughout the year, and the winters are mild at best. During the summer months, there are plenty of activities and events to plan your trip around. You'll want to book your return flights to Bundaberg well in advance to lock in lower prices and get your first choice hotel. If you are visiting in the winter months (June to August), be sure to pack a warm layer that you can pop on in the cooler evenings. For Bundaberg's turtle hatching, book your flights to Bundaberg for travel over summer and early autumn. The female adult turtles nest on the beaches between November to January and the hatchlings make a run for the ocean from January to late March.

Tips for First-Time Travellers to Bundaberg

Accommodation costs

If you're a budget traveller buying cheap flights to Bundaberg, you can expect to pay about $25 AUD per night for a bed in a dorm room. If you prefer having your own space, you can book a B&B for $130 per night or a double room at a top-end hotel will set you back about $250 per night.

Getting from Bundaberg Airport (BDB)

Car rental

When booking your flights to Bundaberg through Webjet, you can add on car hire at the same time. Alternatively, you can choose from what's available to Bundaberg Airport (BDB) when you arrive. Keep in mind that you'll need to budget from parking in the city. It costs $2 AUD per hour or $10 AUD per day.

Taxi

If you don't want to rent a car, you can take a taxi from Bundaberg Airport (BDB) to your hotel. The fare will cost on average $22 AUD, and you'll find the drivers waiting for passengers outside of the arrivals terminal. Shuttle bus Alternatively, you can book an airport shuttle. Various private companies operate a service from Bundaberg Airport (BDB) to the city centre. You'll need to book one a few days before flights to Bundaberg so that the company has your arrival details.