Port Augusta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Augusta

With a population of 13,257, Port Augusta is a must-see destination in South Australia, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Port Augusta to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Port Augusta

Port Augusta in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Augusta in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Augusta in January, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Port Augusta, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Port Augusta

Plane

When flying to Port Augusta, you’ll arrive at Port Augusta (PUG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Port Augusta is to pick up a car hire from Adelaide, which is about 175 miles from Port Augusta. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Adelaide.

Plane

When flying to Port Augusta, you’ll arrive at Port Augusta (PUG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Port Augusta is to pick up a car hire from Adelaide, which is about 175 miles from Port Augusta. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Adelaide.

Airports near Port Augusta

Airlines serving Port Augusta

Qantas Airways
Good (542 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Augusta

Hiring a car in Port Augusta

Hiring a car in Port Augusta costs $62 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Port Augusta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.57 and $28.75.

Hiring a car in Port Augusta costs $62 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Port Augusta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.57 and $28.75.