Hughenden Airport Guide

IATA HGDICAO YHUGHughendenUpdated 2026-10-08

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Hughenden Airport sits about 4 km north-east of Hughenden, a small town on the Flinders Highway in north-west Queensland. Its ICAO code is YHUG. Flinders Shire Council owns and runs the aerodrome.

The airport opened in 1963. Its main runway, 12/30, is 1,644 m of asphalt. A shorter gravel strip, 09/24, runs across the site. Council rebuilt the main runway, taxiway and apron in June 2014 in a project costing about $9 million. The work raised the runway by 200 mm to resist flooding, added LED aeronautical ground lighting and used foamed bitumen, reputedly a first for a new runway in Australia. The pavement now takes a Dash 8-300 carrying 50 passengers.

Rex Airlines links Hughenden with Townsville, Richmond, Julia Creek and Mount Isa. Services on the Townsville to Mount Isa route call at Hughenden on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Townsville is about 376 km away by road, so the flights save a long drive across the outback.

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Compare 1 listed option at Hughenden 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 Hughenden Airport.

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Key facts

Size: 2 runwaysopened 1963
Location: -20.815, 144.225
Operator: Flinders Shire Council
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Terminals

1 terminal

Hughenden Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Hughenden 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.

Hughenden Airport TerminalDomestic
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Nearby cities

1 city

Hughenden Airport is closest to Hughenden (5 km southwest). 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Hughenden Airport?

Hughenden Airport uses the following codes: IATA: HGD, ICAO: YHUG. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Hughenden Airport located?

Hughenden Airport is located in Hughenden, Queensland, Australia. The airport coordinates are -20.8150°, 144.2250°.

What services are available at Hughenden Airport?

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

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