Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Port Hedland travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Hedland

With a population of 15.044, Port Hedland is a must-see destination in Western Australia, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Port Hedland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Port Hedland

Port Hedland in December
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Hedland in December
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Hedland in January, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 19 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 90 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Port Hedland, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Port Hedland

Plane

When flying to Port Hedland, you’ll arrive at Port Hedland (PHE), which is located 8 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Port Hedland include Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

Plane

When flying to Port Hedland, you’ll arrive at Port Hedland (PHE), which is located 8 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Port Hedland include Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

Airports near Port Hedland

PHEPort Hedland

Airlines serving Port Hedland

Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Port Hedland

Hiring a car in Port Hedland

Hiring a car in Port Hedland costs $120 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Port Hedland.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Port Hedland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Port Hedland is Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Port Hedland costs $120 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Port Hedland.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Port Hedland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Port Hedland is Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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