Jabiru Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 50m 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 Jabiru Airport
Jabiru Airport is an airport located 1.5 nautical miles northwest of Ranger Uranium Mine and east of Jabiru in the Northern Territory of Australia. Situated within the Kakadu National Park, it consists of one runway and five parking spaces for light aircraft such as Cessna 152s. Charter flight operators include AAA Charter, Kakadu Air and North Australian Helicopters.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YJABNOTAMs
YJABReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 4,670 ft / 1,423 m | 100 ft | Per | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | KAKADU AREA CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 124.100 MHz |
Airspace in this area(8)
| 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 | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| JABIRU NT (YJAB) 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 Jabiru Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jabiru Airport?
The ICAO code for Jabiru Airport is YJAB, and its IATA code is JAB.
Where is Jabiru Airport located?
Jabiru Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
How many runways does Jabiru Airport have?
Jabiru Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,670 ft / 1,423 m.
What time zone is Jabiru Airport in?
Jabiru Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Jabiru Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jabiru Airport is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jabiru Airport?
The nearest airport to Jabiru Airport is Cannon Hill Community Airport (YCAN), about 18.4 nm to the n, followed by Oenpelli Airport and Cooinda Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jabiru Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.