Rockhampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rockhampton

With a population of 61,724, Rockhampton is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rockhampton to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Rockhampton

Rockhampton in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rockhampton in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rockhampton in January, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 150 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Rockhampton, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Rockhampton

Plane

When flying to Rockhampton, you’ll arrive at Rockhampton (ROK), which is located 2 miles from the city centre

Plane

When flying to Rockhampton, you’ll arrive at Rockhampton (ROK), which is located 2 miles from the city centre

Airports near Rockhampton

Airlines serving Rockhampton

United Airlines
Good (4,919 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (535 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (263 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Rockhampton

Most booked hotels in Rockhampton

Mercure Rockhampton
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 141+
The Q Motel
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
C$ 101+
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
C$ 77+
Motel Lodge
3 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
C$ 93+

Renting a car in Rockhampton

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 per litre in Rockhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.57 and C$ 24.75. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rockhampton, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 per litre in Rockhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.57 and C$ 24.75. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rockhampton, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.