Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Geraldton Airport.
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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At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- GET
- ICAO
- YGEL
Location
- City
- Geraldton
- State
- Western Australia
- Timezone
- Perth
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Campsites(5)
Trails(3)
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Fuel(5)
Ampol Geraldton Airport Opt
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Independent Moonyoonooka
Ampol Independent · 2.1km
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Independent Deepdale Meru Opt
Ampol Independent · 2.1km
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United Rangeway - Geraldton
United Petroleum · 7.7km
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BP Flores Road
BP · 8km
Dump Points(5)
Geraldton Francis St Dump Point
Free · 10.4km
Fig Tree Crossing
Free · 13.6km
Fig Tree Crossing Dump Point
Free · 15.2km
Ellendale Pool
Free · 26.9km
Coronation Beach Dump Point
Free · 30.3km