About Burnie Airport
NW Tasmania airport — Burnie, Stanley (The Nut) and Cradle Mountain western access.
Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Burnie Airport.
Runways
2 runways • longest 1,650m • total 2,417m • Regional turboprop capable (e.g. Bombardier Dash 8 Q400, ATR 72)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Headings | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 1,650 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 99° / 279° | Yes |
| 05/23 | 767 m | 30 m | Paved | 65° / 245° | No |
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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
- 1,650 m
- Max aircraft
- Regional turboprop capable
- Elevation
- 19 m
- Annual passengers
- 68,187(2022)
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- BWT
- ICAO
- YWYY
Location
- City
- Burnie
- State
- Tasmania
- Timezone
- Hobart
Plan Your Visit
- Best Time
- Summer (Dec-Feb) for hiking. Autumn for foliage."
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Trails(3)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
EG Ampol Wynyard
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United Wynyard
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Independent Wynyard
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Ampol Somerset
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United Camdale (Unmanned)
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Dump Points(5)
Wynyard Dump Point
Free · 1km
Cooee Point
Free · 13.2km
Sisters Beach Dump Point
Free · 16.3km
South Burnie Beach
Free · 17.4km
74 Reeves Street, The Esplanade
Free · 17.4km