Port Hedland International Airport

Airport · Port Hedland, Western Australia

PHE / YPPD

About Port Hedland International Airport

Pilbara port and mining town airport — Port Hedland, Karijini National Park eastern access.

Airport Layout

Runway configuration and terminal area for Port Hedland International Airport.

Runways

2 runways • longest 2,500m • total 3,500m • Narrow-body capable (e.g. Boeing 737, Airbus A320)

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Headings	Lighted
14/32	2,500 m	45 m	Asphalt	138° / 318°	Yes
18/36	1,000 m	18 m	Asphalt	183° / 3°	No

Security & screening at Australian airports

Recommended arrival times

Domestic flights: arrive 60 minutes before departure
International flights: arrive 2–3 hours before departure (longer for first-time international travellers)

What you can carry on

Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs): containers up to 100ml for international flights, all in a single transparent 1L resealable bag. Domestic flights have no LAG restrictions on most airlines.
Lithium batteries (in personal devices): allowed in carry-on only. Spare batteries up to 100Wh permitted in carry-on; batteries over 160Wh prohibited.
Sharp items including scissors with blades over 6cm, knives, and tools must be packed in checked baggage.

Prohibited items

Firearms (require declaration and approval)
Explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases
Pepper spray, mace, tear gas
Self-defence weapons including knuckle dusters

Full list: ABF prohibited items

International arrivals — biosecurity

Australia has strict biosecurity laws. Declare all food, plant material, animal products, soil, wooden items, and outdoor equipment on your Incoming Passenger Card. Fines start at AUD $626 and undeclared prohibited items can result in penalties up to $660,000 or visa cancellation. When in doubt, declare it.