Rottnest Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 17m 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 Rottnest Island Airport
Rottnest Island Airport is a small airport for light aircraft, situated about 800 metres (2,600 ft) from the main settlement at Thomson Bay, Rottnest Island and 19 kilometres (12 mi) northwest of Fremantle. Daily air services operate to the island. In the past these have been from Perth Airport, but in recent years have been mainly from Jandakot.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YRTILive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 4,242 ft / 1,293 m | 59 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.000 MHz |
| FSS | PERTH RADAR | 135.250 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERTH CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| PERTH CTA C7 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| PERTH CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| PERTH CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| PERTH CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY E | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| PERTH CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| PERTH CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
| PERTH CTA E | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE E | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rottnest Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rottnest Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Rottnest Island Airport is YRTI, and its IATA code is RTS.
Where is Rottnest Island Airport located?
Rottnest Island Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 12 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Rottnest Island Airport have?
Rottnest Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,242 ft / 1,293 m.
What time zone is Rottnest Island Airport in?
Rottnest Island Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rottnest Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rottnest Island Airport is approximately 1.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rottnest Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Rottnest Island Airport is HMAS Stirling Military Airport (YGAD), about 15.9 nm to the sse, followed by Langley Park Airstrip and Perth Jandakot Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rottnest Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.