Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Karratha Airport (KTA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Each week, there are 216 Perth Airport to Karratha Airport flights. To take off early, select the 05:15 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 17:30 with Virgin Australia Regional.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PER to KTA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Jetting into Karratha (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy with Qantas. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport.
Qantas is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier offering PER to KTA flights. An impressive 81.33% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Karratha Airport (KTA)
C$350 is the best price for a one-way Perth Airport to Karratha Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$700. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from PER to KTA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PER to KTA.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
73.04% of flights that take off from Perth Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you have an early flight from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Karratha Airport (KTA)
Consider staying at Cattrall Park Motel after your Perth Airport to Karratha Airport flight. It's only a short drive from KTA and a good option if you want to get some sleep right away.
Travel at your own pace with a Karratha Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Enterprise or Avis and chase adventure across Karratha and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Karratha Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Karratha Airport (KTA) to central Karratha
From Karratha Airport, Karratha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Karratha Airport (KTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Karratha based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Karratha is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Perth Airport to Karratha Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to KTA in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Karratha has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres south-east of Karratha, a visit to Newman will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like BHP Billiton Mount Whaleback, Ophthalmia Dam and Radio Hill Lookout.
Port Hedland is another standout destination in Australia and is around 177 kilometres east of Karratha. No trip is complete without dropping by Cooke Point Viewing Platform, Dalgety House Museum and Pretty Pool.