Flights to Port Harcourt

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Can I get a direct flight to Port Harcourt Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Port Harcourt Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Port Harcourt?

The best price we found for a return flight to Port Harcourt is R 14,194. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Port Harcourt Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Port Harcourt Airport is Wednesday, 11 March 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Port Harcourt?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Port Harcourt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Port Harcourt with?

Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Port Harcourt.

Flying to Port Harcourt

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 7,404
Cheapest month to fly	September

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How to find cheap flights to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Port Harcourt International Airport is R 7,404. A return plane ticket to PHC right now is R 14,194.
Never pay more than you need by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to PHC. We'll do the monitoring for you, delivering updates when fares go down.
It's typically recommended to book roughly two months ahead of your travel date. That's when you're likely to get the best price on tickets to Port Harcourt, where Port Harcourt International Airport is located.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of scoring cheap flights to Port Harcourt. This will give you more options for where you take off and land, along with different prices.
Search for plane tickets to Port Harcourt International Airport that come with a stop or two. Connecting flights often offer better prices. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Port Harcourt

You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Port Harcourt in July.
If you have flexible travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to PHC.
Fly to Port Harcourt in June if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to PHC, but also when fares are typically more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to go is February. Book your plane tickets to Port Harcourt then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
Check the weather before you go. January is the warmest time of year in Port Harcourt, averaging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF), August is when temperatures are at their lowest.
January often brings more sun than cloud. With ten days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Port Harcourt.
Rain is more common here during October, which gets around 29 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC): What you need to know

Skip the layovers and get to Port Harcourt in one easy hop. Book a direct flight to Port Harcourt International Airport with one of these popular airlines:
If you want to travel with the carrier that tops the list for punctuality, book your PHC plane ticket with Qatar Airways. Up to 100% of its flights into this hub land when expected.
PHC is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Touch down and get settled quickly with a stay right by Port Harcourt International Airport. Kick back at Tiffany Hotels and Towers after your flight to PHC. Or reserve a room at Room in Lodge - Tiffany Hotels and Towers before making your way to your next stop.
Get your adventure underway sooner by booking a car hire in PHC. Grab your ride from Avis to discover parts of Port Harcourt that tend to fly under the radar.
Flights departing from Port Harcourt International Airport complete their journey as scheduled 51% of the time. This measure shows how the airport performs overall in terms of punctuality.
Port Harcourt International Airport is located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Getting to central Port Harcourt from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)

Central Port Harcourt is about 21 kilometres from PHC.
After touching down from your flight to PHC, driving to the centre will take around 25 minutes.
The right hotel can really level up your trip. Settle in at one of these guest-approved stays in Port Harcourt:

Port Harcourt highlights

Hop off your flight to Port Harcourt and make a beeline for these popular attractions:
- St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt: Around 3 kilometres north of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing around the city.
- Lemaco Garden: Take some time out here while exploring Port Harcourt. This park is roughly 6 kilometres north-west of the centre.
- Sand City Beach: Hit up this landmark next. Around 6 kilometres east of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Port Harcourt experience.

How to get to Aba from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)

Setting out for the nearby city of Aba? It's about 72 kilometres from PHC. Allow around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by cab or ride-share.

Travelling from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to Umuahia

Umuahia is another city that you can easily get to from Port Harcourt International Airport. It's around 80 kilometres away.
The drive time to Umuahia is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

Explore more of Nigeria

Nigeria keeps the adventures coming. Carry on to Benin City, located around 209 kilometres north-west of Port Harcourt. Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden have to be on your must-see list.
Aba fits right into any adventure through Nigeria. You'll find it roughly 48 kilometres east of Port Harcourt. St. Michael's Anglican Cathedral, The Great Church Of The East(123 Tenant Rd, Aba) and Aba Central Mosque stand out as highlights.
About 177 kilometres north of Port Harcourt, Enugu is well worth the journey. Great reasons to visit include Nike Lake, Crush Rock Ishiagu and New peace park. Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) is the most convenient way to get here.