Flights to Port Macquarie

Cafes and Restaurants

Milkbar

For epic views of the ocean, make a reservation for brunch at Milkbar. It's a quaint cafe that's popular for its hearty dishes. It can get busy in the mornings. If you come here for a late breakfast after your flights to Port Macquarie land, try the baked eggs with feta and spinach!

Latin Loafer

Latin Loafer is the perfect restaurant for travellers buying flights to Port Macquarie that want live music, delicious tapas and beautiful sunset views. The South American-inspired restaurant has an inventive menu. Order the salted cod croquettes or smoked goat's cheese with almonds. Latin Loafer has an extensive Spanish, Argentinian and Chilean wine selection, and the waitstaff can help you find the perfect match for your meal.

The Stunned Mullet

For foodies booking return flights to Port Macquarie, The Stunned Mullet should be at the top of your must-eat list. Opening in 2005, the restaurant is considered one of the best in the city, and it's won a spot on the Good Food list two years in a row.

Social Grounds

Social Grounds is where you can find an exceptional cup of coffee in Port Macquarie. Inside the cafe, you'll find graphic murals and beans from all over the world. Coffee addicts buying tickets to Port Macquarie can sample blends from Ethiopia, Colombia, Rwanda and Sumatra. If you get hungry, try the poached eggs with mushroom, halloumi, avocado and sourdough.

Best Things To Do on Weekends

Town Beach

If you're booking flights to Port Macquarie for weekend travel, Town Beach is the best place to spend a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon. There is a 9-kilometre coastal walk that will take you past historic landmarks, lookout points and Sea Acres National Park; it ends at Lighthouse Beach. If you don't want to walk the entire way, you can drive to specific locations. Another highlight is the Sea Acres Broadwalk. It rises seven metres above the ground and into the lush coastal rainforest. The best way to get here is to hire a car. You can add a rental to your itinerary when you buy your cheap flights to Port Macquarie with Webjet or you can head to a rental kiosk upon arrival at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ).

Ricardoes Tomatoes & Strawberries

Ricardoes Tomatoes & Strawberries is a great place to visit for families buying return flights to Port Macquarie. You can wander through the massive greenhouses that house more than 30,000 plants. Visitors can pick their own fruit or grab something to eat at the nearby Cafe Red.

Eat Sip Paint

Once your flights to Port Macquarie land at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ), you can rent a car and drive to the Eat Sip Paint pop-up event. It's hosted by Paint the Town Port and is a wonderful way to unleash your creativity. You'll get an easel, some paint, snacks and a glass of wine while a local artist helps you paint your first masterpiece.

Koala Hospital

Visiting the Koala Hospital is a great weekend activity for families buying flights to Port Macquarie. It's the only one of its kind in Australia, and the hospital looks after 250 sick or injured koalas a year. There is a guided tour every day at 3pm, and it's a great way to learn about one of Australia's most iconic critters.

The Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Port Macquarie is in the summer months. The weather is perfect for long days at the beach and signing up for any of the other outdoor activities around town. Once you've booked your flights to Port Macquarie, make sure your hotel room comes with aircon. Once the summer crowds leave, prices for an airfare to Port Macquarie can drop.

he town also plays host to some major events. One of the most popular fixtures on Port Macquarie's events calendar is the IRONMAN challenge held in May. If you're buying flights to Port Macquarie in the winter (June to August), pack a warm wardrobe. Temperatures hover around the mid-teens but drop in the evenings.

For frugal travellers, you'll find good deals on tickets to Port Macquarie and hotels great-value hotel rates. September to November is another excellent period for events. The much-anticipated Port Macquarie Beer & Cider Festival takes place in September. It's a great reason to buy cheap flights to Port Macquarie for foodies, and you're almost guaranteed good weather with September and October seeing the least amount of rainfall.