Merimbula Airport Guide

IATA MIMICAO YMERMerimbulaUpdated 2026-10-16
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Merimbula Airport sits on Arthur Kaine Drive, about 2 kilometres south of Merimbula town, on the Sapphire Coast of southern New South Wales. It is the main air link for the Bega Valley. The airport carries the IATA code MIM and the ICAO code YMER.

Two airlines fly scheduled services. Rex connects Merimbula with Sydney, Melbourne and Moruya, and QantasLink flies to Sydney, with seasonal flights to Melbourne. Wikipedia's last published statistics, for 2010-11, recorded 51,299 passengers and 2,889 aircraft movements.

Bega Valley Shire Council owns and runs the airport. It has one asphalt runway, 03/21, which is 1,602 metres long and 30 metres wide. A $4.4 million terminal upgrade finished in 2019 and added arrivals, security screening and baggage handling areas, with more car parking. The long-term car park holds nearly 100 vehicles and is free, with no time limit. The council's Merimbula Airport Master Plan 2043 sets out future development.

Services

3 of 6 available

Compare 6 listed options at Merimbula Airport, spanning parking, car rentals and 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 Merimbula Airport.

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Key facts

Size
1 runway
Location
-36.909, 149.901
Operator
Bega Valley Shire Council

Terminals

1 terminal

Merimbula Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Merimbula Airport Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 2 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.

  • Merimbula Airport TerminalDomestic

    Rex, QantasLink

Nearby cities

1 city

Merimbula Airport is closest to Merimbula (2 km north). 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.

  • Merimbula2 km north

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Merimbula Airport?

Merimbula Airport uses the following codes: IATA: MIM, ICAO: YMER. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Merimbula Airport located?

Merimbula Airport is located in Merimbula, New South Wales, Australia. The airport coordinates are -36.9086°, 149.9010°.

What services are available at Merimbula Airport?

Merimbula Airport offers: 1 parking options, 2 car rental companies, 3 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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