Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Port Macquarie

Airlines offering Port Macquarie flights from Brisbane

When flying from Brisbane to Port Macquarie, airfares are available multiple times a day mostly with Virgin Australia although Qantas offer a limited number of flights. Currently, there are no direct flights on sale on this route with 1 or 2+ stopover flights only available with stopovers commonly in Sydney and Melbourne.

Brisbane airport departures information - ensuring your take-off is a smooth as possible

Travellers journeying to Port Macquarie from Brisbane should be aware that Brisbane Airport operates 24 hours a day. The domestic terminal for departures is located on Level 2 – this is important to keep in mind when arriving so that you can easily find your way to where you need to be.

In terms of parking at the domestic terminal, you can book online (all bookings need to be made at least 1 hour prior to arrival at the car park) and for various lengths of time with rates starting from AUD $7 per hour. Numerous parking specials are available and can be viewed here.

If you need to grab a bite to eat, you’ll have plenty of dining options available as well as handy services such as Travelex currency exchange facilities. If you need to pick-up something at the last minute for your trip, shops such as the Airport Pharmacy and Newslink are on-hand.

Port Macquarie airport arrivals - information to keep handy

When you’ve arrived at Port Macquarie airport, you can choose from a range of public transport options on-hand. Of course, you can also opt to hire a rental car for your stay which will provide you with added flexibility. At the airport itself, you will find the airport’s café and bar if you’ve worked up a hunger as well as an ATM for any cash withdrawals you need to make before heading off.

Other important information to note:

•  Passport and identification requirements – As this is a domestic route within Australia, no passport is required, however, you’ll need to carry photo identification such as a driver's licence, passport or social security card.
•  Arriving in time to check-in – It is recommended you arrive at least two hours prior to the scheduled take-off time when flying within Australia. While check-in usually closes 30 minutes ahead of departure time, different airlines do have their own deadlines in place, so be sure to check with your individual carrier as to what time you need to arrive at the airport.
•  Time difference between Brisbane and Port Macquarie - For those travelling to Port Macquarie from Brisbane, know that Brisbane is 1 hour ahead so be sure to adjust your clocks accordingly.
•  Weather differences between Port Macquarie and Brisbane – LikeBrisbane, Port Macquarie is a warm climate with summer temperatures, on average, hovering around the 30°C mark and winter temperatures being quite mild.
•  Difference in living costs between Brisbane and Port Macquarie – The cost of living in Port Macquarie tends to be more expensive than in Brisbane. Meals and beverages often cost more with the difference varying from item-to-item. A bottle of water will cost AUD $3 on average in Port Macquarie and about 50 cents less in Brisbane. As is almost always the case, it pays to do a little bit of homework once you’ve landed where you’re staying to avoid overspending.

 Please note: all information (prices etc.) is correct as of October 2015.

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