Barrow Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 10h 59m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Barrow Island Airport
Barrow Island Airport is a private airport, located at Barrow Island, Western Australia. The only scheduled service is a fly-in fly-out private charter to Perth Airport operated by National Jet Express. Offshore Services Australia also operate Fly-in fly-out helicopter services to Wheatstone Platform and Karratha.
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Live weather
YBWXLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,234 ft / 1,900 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.100 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 122.400 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERTH CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| R852A LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | 10000 ft MSL | FL280 |
| R852B LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | FL280 | FL600 |
| BARROW ISLAND WA (YBWX) CERT | Special use | RMZ | 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 Barrow Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Barrow Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Barrow Island Airport is YBWX, and its IATA code is BWB.
Where is Barrow Island Airport located?
Barrow Island Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 26 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Barrow Island Airport have?
Barrow Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,234 ft / 1,900 m.
What time zone is Barrow Island Airport in?
Barrow Island Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Barrow Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Barrow Island Airport is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Barrow Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Barrow Island Airport is Mardi Station Airport (YMDZ), about 37.4 nm to the se, followed by Thevenard Island Airport and Compressor station airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Barrow Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.