Bourke Airport Guide

IATA BRKICAO YBKEUpdated 2026-10-08

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Bourke Airport, ICAO code YBKE, lies a few kilometres north of the town of Bourke in north-western New South Wales. It opened in 1943 as a base during World War II. The Royal Australian Air Force later used it to bring in supplies during the floods of 1976 and 1990.

Bourke Shire Council publishes the airport's details. It has two runways: sealed runway 05/23, 1,830 metres long, and natural-surface runway 18/36, 1,000 metres long and 15 metres wide. Pilot-activated lighting covers runway 05/23 only. Avgas and Jet A1 are sold 24 hours a day on a Shell swipe card. There are no landing fees and no landing permission is needed. Animals and birds are a known hazard.

The terminal is the Nancy Bird Air Terminal, named after the aviator Nancy Bird Walton, who flew for the Far West Children's Health Scheme from Bourke. It has a car park, coach parking, public toilets and a small gallery, and entry is free. Air Link flies the route to Dubbo.

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Compare 2 listed options at Bourke Airport, spanning hotels. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Bourke Airport.

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Key facts

Size: 2 runways
Location: -30.039, 145.952
Operator: Bourke Shire Council
Links: Wikipedia ↗

Terminals

1 terminal

Bourke Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Nancy Bird Air Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 1 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

Nancy Bird Air TerminalDomestic
Air Link

Nearby cities

1 city

Bourke Airport is closest to Bourke (7 km south). With 1 town or city within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

Bourke7 km south

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Bourke Airport?

Bourke Airport uses the following codes: IATA: BRK, ICAO: YBKE. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Bourke Airport located?

Bourke Airport is located in New South Wales, Australia. The airport coordinates are -30.0392°, 145.9520°.

What services are available at Bourke Airport?

Bourke Airport offers: 2 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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