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

Port Lincoln travel guide

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With a population of 13,044, Port Lincoln is a must-see destination in South Australia, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Port Lincoln deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Port Lincoln

Port Lincoln in September
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Lincoln in September
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Lincoln in January, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Port Lincoln, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Port Lincoln

Plane

When flying to Port Lincoln, you’ll arrive at Port Lincoln (PLO), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Port Lincoln departs from Adelaide and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Port Lincoln is to pick up a car hire from Adelaide, which is about 250 km from Port Lincoln. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Adelaide.

Plane

When flying to Port Lincoln, you’ll arrive at Port Lincoln (PLO), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Port Lincoln departs from Adelaide and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Port Lincoln is to pick up a car hire from Adelaide, which is about 250 km from Port Lincoln. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Adelaide.

Airports near Port Lincoln

PLOPort Lincoln

Airlines serving Port Lincoln

Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Port Lincoln

Most booked hotels in Port Lincoln

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Port Lincoln Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$151+
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Limani Port Lincoln
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$145+
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Blue Seas Motel
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$122+
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Hiring a car in Port Lincoln

Hiring a car in Port Lincoln costs $87 per day, on average, or $175 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, 1% more expensive than at Port Lincoln.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Port Lincoln (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 Lincoln is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Port Lincoln costs $87 per day, on average, or $175 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, 1% more expensive than at Port Lincoln.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Port Lincoln (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 Lincoln is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Port Lincoln

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$74/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$76/day

Intermediate
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