Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Katoomba travel guide

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You're Going to Love Katoomba

With a population of 18,593, Katoomba is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Katoomba deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Katoomba

If you’re looking for affordable options, JAMISONS VIEW RESTAURANT (6-10 Apex St) and Hatter’s Restaurant (197 Katoomba St u 1) are great picks.

When to visit Katoomba

Katoomba in December
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katoomba in December
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Katoomba in January, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Katoomba, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Katoomba

Plane

Although Katoomba doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Western Sydney Intl (Nancy-Bird Walton) (WSI), which is located 26 miles from Katoomba. Western Sydney Intl (Nancy-Bird Walton) is the most popular, with regular flights from Qantas Airways, Emirates, IndiGo and other airlines departing from New Zealand. The shortest flight to Katoomba from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Katoomba is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 53 miles from Katoomba. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

Although Katoomba doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Western Sydney Intl (Nancy-Bird Walton) (WSI), which is located 26 miles from Katoomba. Western Sydney Intl (Nancy-Bird Walton) is the most popular, with regular flights from Qantas Airways, Emirates, IndiGo and other airlines departing from New Zealand. The shortest flight to Katoomba from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Katoomba is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 53 miles from Katoomba. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Katoomba

BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Katoomba

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,868 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,844 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,990 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,555 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,547 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katoomba

From 5-star hotels such as the Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa to great affordable options like the Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba, Katoomba offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $183 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $361 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katoomba

Most booked hotels in Katoomba

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Carrington Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$199+
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Yha Blue Mountains Katoomba
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$93+
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Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$441+
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Metropole Katoomba
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$127+
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Motel Echo Point
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$135+
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Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$84+
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Hiring a car in Katoomba

Hiring a car in Katoomba costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $2.13 per litre in Katoomba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.48 and $33.97. Compact (Toyota Yaris Cross or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Katoomba, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Katoomba costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $2.13 per litre in Katoomba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.48 and $33.97. Compact (Toyota Yaris Cross or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Katoomba, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.