Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Port Hedland International Airport (PHE): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DRW to PHE flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Perth Airport is a well-known stop between DRW and PHE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport flight is $965. A round-trip fare is currently $1,412. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DRW to PHE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport.
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Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Of the flights that depart from Darwin International Airport, 73.13% arrive on time at their destination.
Darwin International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DRW? If you're catching an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PHE instead:
Grab a Port Hedland International Airport rental car and discover Port Hedland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Enterprise, Avis and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Port Hedland International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to central Port Hedland
From Port Hedland International Airport, Port Hedland is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Port Hedland. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Port Hedland is December, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Darwin International Airport to Port Hedland International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DRW to PHE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Newman is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Port Hedland. Around 354 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include BHP Billiton Mount Whaleback, Ophthalmia Dam and Radio Hill Lookout.
Around 177 kilometres west of Port Hedland, Karratha is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Yaburara Heritage Trail, Red Earth Arts Precinct and The Youth Shed.