Broome travel guide

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You're Going to Love Broome

With a population of 12,766, Broome is a must-see destination in Western Australia, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Broome has to offer.

When to visit Broome

Broome in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Broome in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Broome in January, when the average temperature is 30 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Broome, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Broome

Plane

When flying to Broome, you’ll arrive at Broome (BME), which is located 2 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Broome include Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Broome departs from Perth and takes around 2h 35m.

Plane

When flying to Broome, you’ll arrive at Broome (BME), which is located 2 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Broome include Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Broome departs from Perth and takes around 2h 35m.

Airports near Broome

Airlines serving Broome

Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (538 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (263 reviews)
Jetstar Asia
Good (44 reviews)
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Where to stay in Broome

Average rates range from around $207 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,200 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Broome

Most booked hotels in Broome

Mantra Frangipani Broome
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$207+
Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$188+
Beaches of Broome
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$47+
Mangrove Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$272+
Oaks Broome Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$274+
Broome Time Resort
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$236+

Hiring a car in Broome

Hiring a car in Broome costs $96 per day, on average, or $287 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Broome.

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Broome (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.68. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Broome, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Broome costs $96 per day, on average, or $287 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Broome.

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Broome (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.68. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Broome, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.