About Mildura Airport
Mildura regional airport — Murray River, wine country and Mungo National Park access.
Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Mildura Airport.
Runways
2 runways • longest 1,830m • total 2,969m • Regional jet capable (e.g. Embraer 170, Bombardier CRJ-200)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Headings | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 1,830 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 102° / 282° | Yes |
| 18/36 | 1,139 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 186° / 6° | Yes |
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)
Quick Facts
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Quick Stats
- Class
- regional
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 1,830 m
- Max aircraft
- Regional jet capable
- Elevation
- 51 m
- Annual passengers
- 167,622(2022)
- Opened
- 1920
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- MQL
- ICAO
- YMIA
Location
- City
- Mildura
- State
- Victoria
- Timezone
- Melbourne
Plan Your Visit
- Best Time
- Apr-Oct for comfortable weather and Mungo touring.
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Nearby
Campsites(5)
Trails(3)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
Dump Points(5)
Mildura Dump Point
Free · 8km
Red Cliffs Caravan Dump Point
caravan-park · 12.6km
Dareton Dump Point
Free · 15.4km
Wentworth Dump Point
Free · 20.9km
Wentworth Sporting Complex
Free · 21.1km