Flying from Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your PQQ to ASP flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the PQQ to ASP route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Currently, R 7,369 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,668. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from PQQ to ASP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PQQ to ASP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
Handy information about Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Of all flights leaving Port Macquarie Airport, 77.72% land on time at their destination.
Port Macquarie Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Port Macquarie. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PQQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Consider a stay at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel after arriving from your Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. It's only a short drive from ASP and a comfy option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Pick up an Alice Springs Airport rental car and discover Alice Springs and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Alice Springs Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs
Alice Springs Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Alice Springs. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Alice Springs in January.
The warmest month in Alice Springs is January, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Port Macquarie Airport to Alice Springs Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PQQ to ASP in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Get more out of your Australia trip by exploring beyond Alice Springs. About 0.97 kilometres away to the south-west, Gillen is another city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its biggest attractions such as Roberts Park while you're there.
Any trip through Australia wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Tennant Creek. Battery Hill Mining Centre is a highlight in this destination, which is around 451 kilometres north of Alice Springs.
