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Flights to Port Hedland in 2024

Find the latest flights to Port Hedland in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,048
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024

Average price of flights to Port Hedland by month

Plan your trip to Port Hedland by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Port Hedland is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Port Hedland (average of $424). Flying to Port Hedland in December will prove the most costly (average of $499). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$707

February

$745

March

$765

April

$770

May

$711

June

$656

July

$703

August

$677

September

$694

October

$671

November

$697

December

$771

The best time to visit is June to August when the weather is a little cooler and cheap flights to Port Hedland can be found. Of course, this time of year in Australia coincide nicely with school holidays when locals and tourists from around the world flock here to enjoy a well-deserved holiday. There are always plenty of community festivals or events taking place in and around town from outback rodeos to the Lake Argyle Adventure Race. The Lake Argyle Adventure Race takes place over a weekend in September and participants have the choice of competing alone or within a team. Teams or individuals will take on the challenge of swimming, running, mountain biking and paddling down the river. The event has a sense of real community spirit and it extremely exciting to watch.

If you are into racing, why not team your cheap flights to Port Headland in July or August with a trip to the races, as this is the big racing season in Port Headland. The season kicks off with a family day, ladies day and Headland Cup which are all great excuses to get dressed up and enjoy a glass of bubbly trackside.

Temperature and rainfall in Port Hedland by month

Plan your trip to Port Hedland by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

PHE

Temperature

19 - 31 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Hedland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 31.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Port Hedland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Port Hedland. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Port Hedland should consider flying on Friday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Why Visit

The best way to learn what the area is all about is to take a guided tour of the town. Not only will you be able to see the historical buildings which were once used in the region’s iron-ore industry but also the natural harbour that is home to one of the largest ports in Australia. Port Hedland also has wonderful beaches which stretch for 129 km along the West Australian Coast towards Broome. The turquoise azure waters are perfect for swimming, scuba diving and snorkelling. If you enjoy fishing then Port Hedland is the place for you. It’s an angler’s paradise with a huge variety of fish such as whiting, skippy, mullet, bream and Kingfish. How about hiring a fishing boat with crew for the day to experience what fishing in Port Hedland can offer? Explore the nearby National Parks, such as Karijini, in the Pilbara region. Have you got what it takes to walk through the rocky tunnels, plunging gorges and steep cliffs? Spend some time swimming under the fantastic waterfalls and natural pools at Dales Gorge. Port Hedland has a large tidal range especially during the spring months which is a great opportunity to try crab fishing. However do be careful swimming at high tide in the spring. Saltwater crocodiles and sharks have been spotted in the area as well as blue ring octopus and box jellyfish.

Getting around Port Hedland

Use cheap local bus services to take you around town, however the best way to explore the surrounding areas yourself, is by hire car.  Alternatively, there’s nothing stopping you from taking an exciting coach tour for the best travelling experience.  It’s a great way to see the spectacular beaches and unique mangroves that are home to many different varieties of fish and wildlife.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Flights to Port Hedland will arrive at Port Hedland International Airport (PHE), and it’s just over 8 km south west of town.  The majority of hotels provide guests with free airport shuttle bus transfer services which are generally included in the price when making a reservation.  There are also low cost public buses available outside the airport terminal that only takes around 15 minutes to get you into town.  Airport car hire services can also be arranged while reliable taxi companies have vehicles on standby with fixed fees.

  • What does PHE mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Port Hedland Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a PHE flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Hedland?

    Most people fly into Port Hedland (PHE) if they book a flight to Port Hedland. Port Hedland is conveniently located just 7.7 km from Port Hedland’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Port Hedland if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Port Hedland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Port Hedland?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Australia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Port Hedland.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Port Hedland?

    Port Hedland Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Port Hedland. One-way flights to Port Hedland Airport typically cost $357, while return flights cost around $370.

  • Does Port Hedland Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Port Hedland Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Port Hedland Airport?

    Yes. Port Hedland Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Landing Port Hedland is the closest property to Port Hedland Airport (0.0 km away from Port Hedland Airport).

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