Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Esperance Airport (EPR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Perth Airport to Esperance Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Flights from PER to EPR start from 07:00 — the first with Rex Regional Express. The latest departure is at 18:25 with Rex Regional Express. Overall, you can choose from 22 weekly Perth Airport to Esperance Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to EPR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Esperance (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a breeze with Regional Express. This popular carrier has direct flights from Perth Airport to Esperance Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Regional Express on this route.
Regional Express is the most punctual carrier offering PER to EPR flights.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
When it comes to Perth Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Perth Airport from central Perth, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near PER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Perth Airport to Esperance Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Esperance Airport (EPR)
Secure yourself a Esperance Airport rental car from outlets like Avis or Budget. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Esperance and experience places that fly under the radar.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Esperance Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Esperance Airport (EPR) to central Esperance
Esperance Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Esperance. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Esperance Airport (EPR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Esperance Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Esperance. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Esperance is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Perth Airport to Esperance Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PER to EPR in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Albany is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Esperance. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include National Anzac Centre, King George Sound and Cable Beach.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Boulder. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Esperance and features highlights including The Superpit and Golden Mile Loopline Railway Society.