About Devonport Airport
NW Tasmania airport — Devonport ferry terminal, Cradle Mountain and Spirit of Tasmania connections.
Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Devonport Airport.
Runways
1 runway • longest 1,800m • Regional jet capable (e.g. Embraer 170, Bombardier CRJ-200)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Headings | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 1,800 m | — | X | — | 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
- 1
- Longest runway
- 1,800 m
- Max aircraft
- Regional jet capable
- Annual passengers
- 97,672(2022)
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- DPO
- ICAO
- YMDV
Location
- City
- Devonport
- State
- Tasmania
- Timezone
- Hobart
Plan Your Visit
- Best Time
- Summer (Dec-Feb) for hiking. Autumn for foliage. Winter for snow at <a href="/au/attractions/tas/cradle-mountain">Cradle Mountain</a>.
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Trails(3)
Attractions(1)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
BP OPT TARLETON STREET
BP · 4.7km
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BP TARLETON STREET
BP · 4.7km
Astron East Devonport (unmanned after hours)
United Petroleum · 5.1km
Updated 5h ago
Ampol East Devonport
Ampol · 5.2km
Updated 5h ago
Shell Reddy Express Devonport
Shell · 6km
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Dump Points(5)
Girdlestone Park
Free · 4.6km
Horsehead Creek Riverside Park
Free · 7km
Station Square
Free · 7.6km
Latrobe Dump Point
Free · 7.7km
Port Sorell Dump Point
Free · 10.7km
Pubs(5)
Fast Food(5)
Wineries(5)
Weigh Stations(1)
State Forests(5)
National Parks(5)
Wright and Egg Islands Conservation Area
Nature Reserve · 2.4km
Pardoe Northdown Conservation Area
Nature Reserve · 4.2km
Mersey Bluff State Reserve
Nature Reserve · 6.3km
Summerhill Drive Port Sorell Conservation Covenant
Nature Reserve · 7.7km
Cockers Creek Conservation Covenant
Nature Reserve · 7.9km