Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville
Townsville Airport is a major Australian regional airport that services the city of Townsville, Queensland. The airport is also known as Townsville International Airport, and Garbutt Airport, a reference to its location in the Townsville suburb of Garbutt. Townsville Airport is serviced by major Australian domestic and regional airlines, and in 2011/12 handled 1.7 million passengers making it the 11th busiest airport in Australia.
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Live weather
YBTLLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 7,999 ft / 2,438 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07 / 25 | 3,609 ft / 1,100 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.800 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.500 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.100 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 120.550 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| OPS | RAAF AIR OPS | 897.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| TOWNSVILLE CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| TOWNSVILLE CTA C7 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | 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 Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville?
The ICAO code for Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville is YBTL, and its IATA code is TSV.
Where is Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville located?
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville is medium airport located in Townsville, Australia, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville have?
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville has 2 runways, the longest being 7,999 ft / 2,438 m.
Which airlines fly to Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville?
Airlines historically serving Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville include Airnorth, American Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Regional Express, Virgin Australia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville?
Historical data lists 10 nonstop destinations from Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville in?
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville is approximately 7.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville?
The nearest airport to Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville is Lavarack (Military) Airport (YLVK), about 4 nm to the s, followed by Bluewater park Airstrip and Ace Aerodrome Starke Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.