About Armidale Airport
New England Tablelands airport — Armidale, gorge country and university town access.
Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Armidale Airport.
Runways
2 runways • longest 1,738m • total 2,854m • Regional turboprop capable (e.g. Bombardier Dash 8 Q400, ATR 72)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Headings | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 1,738 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 58° / 238° | Yes |
| 09/27 | 1,116 m | 30 m | Gvl | 97° / 277° | No |
Security & screening at Australian airports
Recommended arrival times
- Domestic flights: arrive 60 minutes before departure
- International flights: arrive 2–3 hours before departure (longer for first-time international travellers)
What you can carry on
- Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs): containers up to 100ml for international flights, all in a single transparent 1L resealable bag. Domestic flights have no LAG restrictions on most airlines.
- Lithium batteries (in personal devices): allowed in carry-on only. Spare batteries up to 100Wh permitted in carry-on; batteries over 160Wh prohibited.
- Sharp items including scissors with blades over 6cm, knives, and tools must be packed in checked baggage.
Prohibited items
- Firearms (require declaration and approval)
- Explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases
- Pepper spray, mace, tear gas
- Self-defence weapons including knuckle dusters
Full list: ABF prohibited items
International arrivals — biosecurity
Australia has strict biosecurity laws. Declare all food, plant material, animal products, soil, wooden items, and outdoor equipment on your Incoming Passenger Card. Fines start at AUD $626 and undeclared prohibited items can result in penalties up to $660,000 or visa cancellation. When in doubt, declare it.
Useful links
- Smart Traveller (DFAT) — travel advisories
- Australian Border Force — customs and biosecurity
- Aviation Security (Department of Infrastructure)
Nearby Attractions
Quick Facts
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Quick Stats
- Class
- regional
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 1,738 m
- Max aircraft
- Regional turboprop capable
- Elevation
- 1084 m
- Annual passengers
- 98,098(2022)
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- ARM
- ICAO
- YARM
Location
- City
- Armidale
- State
- New South Wales
- Timezone
- Sydney
Plan Your Visit
- Best Time
- Spring (Sep-Nov) and autumn (Mar-May). Winter brings frosts and occasional snow.
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Dump Points(5)
Armidale Arboretum Dump Point
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Country Road Caravan Park
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