Situated on the banks of the Swan River, Perth is one of the most isolated cities in Australia, being some 3000 miles from Sydney. However many visitors are drawn to Perth by its stunning location, fantastic beaches, surrounding hills and subtropical climate. The easy going nature of the locals combined with all the sophistication a modern city make Perth a great destination.

Australia is a long way to travel without making the effort to head a bit further east and having a look at Sydney , Melbourne and Brisbane if you get the opportunity.

How to get there
Many airlines operate direct flights to Perth from London (although you have to stop somewhere in the Middle East or Far East to refuel) and there are plenty of connecting options for flights to Perth from regional airports such as Glasgow, Belfast, Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle. Flights to Perth take just under 18 hours with British Airways, and Qantas both operating scheduled flights to Perth. However these may not offer the best chances of finding a cheap flight. Perth is also served by the likes of Emirates, KLM and Air France who all offer indirect fares to Perth. Sometimes these are your best options for getting the best deal on cheap flights to Perth.

When to go
The best weather is usually found in September, October and November, which is spring for the locals. December is usually a busy time as many Australians tend to head home for Christmas and you will have to work hard or book in advance to find good deals on Perth flights around this time. The weather is usually very good in March, April and May as well and a little hunting should help you turn up cheap flights to Perth and cheap hotels in these months. The Perth summer begins in December and lasts through to the beginning of March and the weather can be unbearably hot. However if you can take the heat it makes it an excellent time to find the cheapest flights to Perth.

What to do
When you've picked up a cheap flight Perth there is plenty on offer to keep you occupied and it may well be worth having a look at our deals on carhire in Perth to do some exploring. The city has a number of excellent beaches and although some can get a bit crowded all have excellent amenities. Head for those in Scarborough to take advantage of the excellent beach side cafes. The Berndt Museum of Anthropology contains one of the best collections of Aboriginal art in the country and in conjunction with the Museum of Western Australia is well worth a visit. King's Park is located in the centre of the city and offers a lush green haven from the hustle and bustle of the city especially in spring when the flowers are in full bloom. On the coast is Freemantle, once a separate city but now absorbed by Perth's urban sprawl. Despite this it has managed to maintain a separate identity and has much older architecture, a great cafe culture and excellent nightlife.