Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
Port Hedland, AU 🇦🇺 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
YPPD
IATA
PHE
Elevation
33 ft
Region
AU-WA
Local Time
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GPS Code: YPPD
Local Code: Not available
Location: -20.3778° N, 118.625999° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Traveler sentiment at Port Hedland International Airport (YPPD (PHE)) appears to be mixed, leaning towards functional rather than exceptional. While the airport is undergoing upgrades and provides essential services, some aspects like terminal facilities and food options receive lower satisfaction ratings.
What Travelers Love
- Convenient Location and Parking: The airport is a short drive from Port Hedland and South Hedland, offering accessible drop-off, pickup, and parking close to the terminal. The first 30 minutes in short-term parking are free, and there's a 2-minute free drop-off/pick-up zone directly adjacent to the terminal.
- Essential Facilities: The airport provides male and female toilets, showers, disabled toilets, and a parent's room.
- Ongoing Upgrades: Port Hedland International Airport is undergoing major upgrades, including airside pavements, lighting, and a passenger terminal transformation, aiming to enhance the traveler experience.
- Free Baggage Trolleys: Baggage trolleys are available free of charge in the terminal and parking areas.
Common Complaints
- Limited Terminal Facilities & Amenities: Traveler ratings for terminal facilities, Wi-Fi, food and retail services, and lounges are relatively low (46%, 29%, 35%, and 23% satisfaction respectively). The Airport Bar & Cafe operates around flight schedules, meaning it might not always be open.
- Challenging Immigration/Customs Experience: The satisfaction rating for immigration/customs is notably low at 20%.
- Lack of Public Transport: There is no public transport directly to the airport. Travelers rely on taxis, bus charters, or car hire. Taxis from Port Hedland to the airport can be relatively expensive.
- Security Wait Times: While real-time estimates are provided, security wait times can be significant, with estimates around 26-29 minutes, and immigration estimated at 8 minutes. Peak hours (5-8 AM, 4-7 PM) and busy months (July, August, December) may see longer wait times.
Overall, Port Hedland International Airport serves as a crucial gateway to the Pilbara region, with efforts underway to modernize its infrastructure. However, travelers should manage expectations regarding extensive amenities and be prepared for potentially longer waits at security and immigration, as well as limited public transport options.
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Airport Routes
Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) offers 7 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include Network Aviation, Virgin Australia and Qantas. Popular destinations from Port Hedland include Perth Int'l, Broome Int'l, Newman, Cocos (Keeling) Island Int'l and Karratha.
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Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Perth Int'l (PER) new
- Cocos (Keeling) Island Int'l (CCK) new
- Newman (ZNE) new
- Karratha (KTA) new
- Broome Int'l (BME) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Port Hedland International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Network Aviation
NWK
|
2 | 56 | 2 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Virgin Australia
VOZ
/ VA
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1 | 26 | 1 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Qantas
QFA
/ QF
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1 | 1 | 1 | Jan 12, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14/32 |
8202 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
18/36 |
3281 ft | 59 ft | ASP | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.9 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 118.6 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
A dedicated taxi rank is located directly outside the terminal building. The primary service provider is Hedland Taxis. It is advisable to pre-book, especially for flights arriving late at night or departing early in the morning.
Rental Cars
Several major car rental companies operate from desks located inside the arrivals hall of the terminal. Options include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Thrifty, and Europcar. Pre-booking is strongly recommended as vehicle availability can be limited.
Public Transportation
There are no direct public bus or train services that connect to the Port Hedland International Airport terminal. Visitors will need to rely on taxis or rental cars for transport to and from the airport.