What is the cheapest way to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas?

The cheapest way to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas is to fly and bus which costs $270 - $850 and takes 10h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas?

The fastest way to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas is to fly and bus which takes 10h 29m and costs $270 - $850.

How far is it from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas?

The distance between Lord Howe Island and Port Douglas is 2190 km.

How long does it take to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas?

It takes approximately 10h 29m to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lord Howe Island and Port Douglas?

Port Douglas is 30 min behind Lord Howe Island. It is currently 3:29 PM in Lord Howe Island and 2:59 PM in Port Douglas.

Where can I stay near Port Douglas?

There are 625+ hotels available in Port Douglas.

Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas - one way to travel via plane, and bus

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There is 1 way to get from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas by plane or bus

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1. Fly from Lord Howe Island (LDH) to Cairns (CNS)plane LDH - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Port Douglasbus
10h 29m
$271–806

Lord Howe Island (LDH) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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7h 17mAverage Duration

$232Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,189.7 km
Duration: 10h 29m

What companies run services between Lord Howe Island, NSW, Australia and Port Douglas, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Lord Howe Island to Port Douglas. However, you can fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, take the shuttle to Cairns Central Shopping Complex, walk to Cairns, take the bus to Port Douglas, then take the taxi to Port Douglas.

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