Richmond Airport Guide

IATA RCMICAO YRMDUpdated 2026-10-13

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Richmond Airport (ICAO YRMD) is a small regional aerodrome on Airport Road, about 3 km northwest of the centre of Richmond in north-west Queensland. Richmond Shire Council runs it.

The airport has one asphalt runway, 09/27, which is 1,524 m long and 30 m wide. Rex Airlines flies in on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with onward links to Hughenden, Julia Creek, Mount Isa and Townsville. Bookings are made through Rex.

The terminal is air-conditioned and has basic amenities. Richmond has no taxi service or car hire, so arrange transport into town before you fly. Aircraft over 5,700 kg pay landing fees of $19.00 per tonne; lighter aircraft pay $14.00 per tonne, and health-related flights such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service and LifeFlight are exempt.

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Compare 1 listed option at Richmond 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 Richmond Airport.

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Key facts

Size: 1 runway
Location: -20.702, 143.115
Operator: Richmond Shire Council
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Terminals

1 terminal

Richmond Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Richmond 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.

Richmond Airport TerminalDomestic
Rex Airlines

Nearby cities

1 city

Richmond Airport is closest to Richmond (3 km southeast). 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.

Richmond3 km southeast

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Richmond Airport?

Richmond Airport uses the following codes: IATA: RCM, ICAO: YRMD. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Richmond Airport located?

Richmond Airport is located in Queensland, Australia. The airport coordinates are -20.7019°, 143.1150°.

What services are available at Richmond Airport?

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

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