Olympic Dam Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Olympic Dam Airport
Olympic Dam Airport is an airport that serves the Olympic Dam mine in South Australia. Alliance Airlines operate a public transport service between Olympic Dam and Adelaide, with planned expansions for the airport starting in 2006 and ongoing in 2011.
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Live weather
YOLDLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 6,102 ft / 1,860 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWIS | Weather Service | 128.050 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.600 MHz |
| FIA | MELBOURNE CENTRE | 122.000 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(13)
| 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 A | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| R287A WOOMERA | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| R287B WOOMERA | Special use | Restricted | 2000 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| R287C WOOMERA | Special use | Restricted | 4000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| R222E WOOMERA | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| OLYMPIC DAM SA (YOLD) CERT | Special use | RMZ | GND | FL999 |
| R246C WOOMERA | Special use | Restricted | 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 Olympic Dam Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Olympic Dam Airport?
The ICAO code for Olympic Dam Airport is YOLD, and its IATA code is OLP.
Where is Olympic Dam Airport located?
Olympic Dam Airport is small airport located in Olympic Dam, Australia, at an elevation of 344 ft (105 m).
How many runways does Olympic Dam Airport have?
Olympic Dam Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,102 ft / 1,860 m.
Which airlines fly to Olympic Dam Airport?
Airlines historically serving Olympic Dam Airport include Qantas (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Olympic Dam Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Olympic Dam Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Olympic Dam Airport in?
Olympic Dam Airport is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Olympic Dam Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Olympic Dam Airport is approximately 6.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Olympic Dam Airport?
The nearest airport to Olympic Dam Airport is Andamooka Airport (ADO), about 13.7 nm to the e, followed by Roxby Downs Station Airport and Parakylia Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Olympic Dam Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.