Badu Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Badu Island Airport
Badu Island Airport is an airport on Badu Island, Queensland, Australia.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YBAULive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 2,788 ft / 850 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 116.100 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 126.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| KUBIN QLD (YKUB) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| BADU ISLAND QLD (YBAU) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Badu Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Badu Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Badu Island Airport is YBAU, and its IATA code is BDD.
Where is Badu Island Airport located?
Badu Island Airport is small airport located in Badu Island, Australia, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Badu Island Airport have?
Badu Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,788 ft / 850 m.
What time zone is Badu Island Airport in?
Badu Island Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Badu Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Badu Island Airport is approximately 4.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Badu Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Badu Island Airport is Kubin Island Airport (KUG), about 5.4 nm to the sse, followed by Mabuiag Island Airport and Horn Island Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Badu Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.