Eucla Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 18m 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 Eucla Airport
Eucla Airport is an airstrip in Eucla, Western Australia. It has one runway that is 1369 m long. It has a Traffic Pattern Altitude of 305 m. It is mostly used by the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, who completed 84 medical evacuations from the airstrip between 2009 and 2014. There is an ongoing campaign to upgrade the flood-prone airstrip. When it is unusable, aircraft must land on the nearby Eyre Highway.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YECLLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 4,265 ft / 1,300 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 1,640 ft / 500 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 134.200 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 114.200 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 121.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| 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 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
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 Eucla Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Eucla Airport?
The ICAO code for Eucla Airport is YECL, and its IATA code is EUC.
Where is Eucla Airport located?
Eucla Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 22 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Eucla Airport have?
Eucla Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,265 ft / 1,300 m.
What time zone is Eucla Airport in?
Eucla Airport is in the Australia/Eucla time zone (UTC+08:45).
What is the magnetic variation at Eucla Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Eucla Airport is approximately 3.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Eucla Airport?
The nearest airport to Eucla Airport is Border Village Airport (YBOV), about 8 nm to the ene, followed by Mundrabilla Motel Airport and Mundrabilla Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Eucla Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.