Hooker Creek Airport Guide

IATA HOKICAO YHOOLajamanuUpdated 2026-10-08

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Hooker Creek Airport (IATA: HOK, ICAO: YHOO), also known as Lajamanu Airport, serves the remote community of Lajamanu in the Northern Territory. Lajamanu lies about 560 km south-west of Katherine and roughly 890 km from Darwin by road. The last 104 km of the road in is unsealed, though well formed.

The airport has one sealed runway, designated 10/28, which is 1,585 m long. It sits at an elevation of about 320 m above sea level. It is used by charter flights, the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Royal Australian Air Force. No scheduled passenger airline service is listed. As of December 2021, the main private operator was Chartair.

Lajamanu Air Pty Ltd is listed as the airport's owner. The town has a hot, dry climate and sits near the centre of Australia.

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Key facts

Size: 1 runway
Location: -18.337, 130.638
Operator: Lajamanu Air Pty Ltd
Links: Wikipedia ↗

Terminals

1 terminal

Hooker Creek Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Hooker Creek Airport Terminal 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.

Hooker Creek Airport TerminalGeneral aviation
Chartair

Nearby cities

1 city

Hooker Creek Airport is closest to Lajamanu (1 km west). 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.

Lajamanu1 km west

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Hooker Creek Airport?

Hooker Creek Airport uses the following codes: IATA: HOK, ICAO: YHOO. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Hooker Creek Airport located?

Hooker Creek Airport is located in Lajamanu, Northern Territory, Australia. The airport coordinates are -18.3367°, 130.6380°.

What services are available at Hooker Creek Airport?

Hooker Creek Airport offers: 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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