Kings Creek Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 47m 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 Kings Creek Airport
Kings Creek Airport is a small airport in Petermann, Australia (ICAO YKCS, IATA KCS). It sits at an elevation of 615 ft (187 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,029 ft / 1,533 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Kings Canyon Airport (KBJ), about 20.5 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YKCSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 5,029 ft / 1,533 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.850 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 117.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 127.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.400 MHz |
Airspace in this area(10)
| 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 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| AYERS ROCK CTA E4 | Class E | Controlled | FL115 | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| AYERS ROCK CTA E3 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| KINGS CREEK STN NT (YKCS) 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 Kings Creek Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kings Creek Airport?
The ICAO code for Kings Creek Airport is YKCS, and its IATA code is KCS.
Where is Kings Creek Airport located?
Kings Creek Airport is small airport located in Petermann, Australia, at an elevation of 615 ft (187 m).
How many runways does Kings Creek Airport have?
Kings Creek Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,029 ft / 1,533 m.
What time zone is Kings Creek Airport in?
Kings Creek Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Kings Creek Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kings Creek Airport is approximately 3.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kings Creek Airport?
The nearest airport to Kings Creek Airport is Kings Canyon Airport (KBJ), about 20.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Mereenie Airport and Wallara Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kings Creek Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.