Cloncurry Airport Guide

IATA CNJICAO YCCYCloncurryUpdated 2026-10-13

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Cloncurry Airport (ICAO YCCY) lies about 4 km from the town of Cloncurry in north-west Queensland, at an elevation of 188 m. It has two asphalt runways: 06/24 at 1,157 m and 12/30 at 2,000 m. Jet A1 and Avgas 100LL are both available on site.

The field has a long place in Australian aviation. Qantas flew from Cloncurry in the 1920s, and the original Qantas hangar still stands at the aerodrome. The Royal Flying Doctor Service was founded here in 1928. In the late 1930s the KNILM service from Batavia to Sydney stopped at Cloncurry. The RAAF extended the aerodrome during the Second World War, and a USAAF air base operated here in 1942.

Today the airport carries scheduled passenger flights and fly-in fly-out (FIFO) charters for the surrounding mines. It operates five days a week. Parking is available at the airport, and the council publishes a parking map.

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Key facts

Size: 2 runways
Location: -20.669, 140.504
Operator: Cloncurry Shire Council
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Terminals

1 terminal

Cloncurry Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Cloncurry 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.

Cloncurry Airport TerminalDomestic
QantasLink, Alliance Airlines

Nearby cities

1 city

Cloncurry Airport is closest to Cloncurry (4 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.

Cloncurry4 km south

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Cloncurry Airport?

Cloncurry Airport uses the following codes: IATA: CNJ, ICAO: YCCY. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Cloncurry Airport located?

Cloncurry Airport is located in Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia. The airport coordinates are -20.6686°, 140.5040°.

What services are available at Cloncurry Airport?

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

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