Doomadgee Airport Guide

IATA DMDICAO YDMGUpdated 2026-10-08
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Doomadgee Airport (IATA: DMD, ICAO: YDMG) serves the Aboriginal community of Doomadgee in north-west Queensland, near the Nicholson River and about 130 km east of the Northern Territory border. Doomadgee is a Deed of Grant in Trust (DOGIT) community covering about 186,300 hectares, and the 2021 census recorded 1,387 people in the locality. The airfield lies roughly 1.5 km from the town point.

The nearest large town, Mount Isa, is about 630 km away by road. Burketown is about 100 km to the east, and Cairns lies about 1,035 km to the east.

The airport has one paved runway, 12/30, which is 1,661 m long. The Doomadgee Community Council is listed as the owner. Regional Express (Rex) flies the Gulf regional route, which links Doomadgee with Burketown, Normanton, Mornington Island (Gununa), Mount Isa and Cairns. Check the current Rex timetable before you travel, as schedules change.

Services

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Compare 2 listed options at Doomadgee Airport, spanning 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 Doomadgee Airport.

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Key facts

Size
1 runway
Location
-17.940, 138.822
Operator
Doomadgee Community Council

Terminals

1 terminal

Doomadgee Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Doomadgee Airport 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.

  • Doomadgee Airport TerminalDomestic

    Rex

Nearby cities

2 cities

Doomadgee Airport is closest to Doomadgee (1 km southeast), and also serves Burketown and other nearby areas. With 2 towns and cities 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.

  • Doomadgee1 km southeast
  • Burketown100 km east

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Doomadgee Airport?

Doomadgee Airport uses the following codes: IATA: DMD, ICAO: YDMG. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Doomadgee Airport located?

Doomadgee Airport is located in Queensland, Australia. The airport coordinates are -17.9403°, 138.8220°.

What services are available at Doomadgee Airport?

Doomadgee Airport offers: 1 car rental companies, 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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