Charters Towers Airport
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About Charters Towers Airport
Charters Towers Airport is an airport located in Columbia, Charters Towers, Queensland, Australia, 2.9 nautical miles north of the Charters Towers CBD.
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Live weather
YCHTLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 5,699 ft / 1,737 m | 100 ft | Cop | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 3,297 ft / 1,005 m | 98 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 120.550 MHz |
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C7 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CHARTERSTOWERS QLD (YCHT) CERT | Special use | RMZ | GND | FL999 |
| D744 TOWNSVILLE | Special use | Danger | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
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 Charters Towers Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Charters Towers Airport?
The ICAO code for Charters Towers Airport is YCHT, and its IATA code is CXT.
Where is Charters Towers Airport located?
Charters Towers Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 955 ft (291 m).
How many runways does Charters Towers Airport have?
Charters Towers Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,699 ft / 1,737 m.
What time zone is Charters Towers Airport in?
Charters Towers Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Charters Towers Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Charters Towers Airport is approximately 7.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Charters Towers Airport?
The nearest airport to Charters Towers Airport is Macrossan Airport (YMCS), about 12 nm to the e, followed by Bening Field Airport and Ravenswood Gold mine.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Charters Towers Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.