Port Hedland Airport, or Port Hedland International Airport is located near the town of Port Hedland in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The airport operates mainly for commuters for the areas mining industry which is on the increase, but tourists should not be discouraged and rent at Port Hedland Airport so they can explore the city.
As the name of the town suggests, Port Hedland has a large harbour, it is also the site of a large iron ore mining industry, and those visitors to the town who are interested in such things should definitely check out the various places they can tour to, to see the industry in action.
BHP Billington are the company who run the iron ore mine in Port Hedland, and those who are interesting in how the industry works, and how mines work, will want to look into hiring a car at Port Hedland Airport and drive to the BHP Billington Visitors Centre, to take part in one of their tours.
The Port Hedland Visitors Centre is the place to head for other tours, including ones surrounding the local history of the town. This is highly recommended for those who want to learn more about the place they are staying in, and the area has a fascinating history.
Those who land at Port Hedland Airport in the summer may want to find something outdoors to do during the day, and if you're a wildlife or nature lover then there may be a perfect thing for you to do. The Pilbara Wildflowers Trail is open all year around but is recommended to follow from July to September each year, when the wildflowers are truly in bloom. The walk is picturesque and perfect if you want to leave the town and get away from it all for a few hours. There are plenty of great locations to see along the trail.