Colac Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 45m 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 Colac Airport
Colac Airport is a small airport in Colac Otway Shire, Australia (ICAO YOLA, IATA XCO). It sits at an elevation of 450 ft (137 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,788 ft / 850 m with a hard surface. It observes Australia/Melbourne local time. The nearest airport is Cressy Aerodrome (YCRE), about 14.7 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YOLALive 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 | 2,788 ft / 850 m | 33 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 123.000 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 125.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
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 | — | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 420 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 436 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 417 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 479 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Colac Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Colac Airport?
The ICAO code for Colac Airport is YOLA, and its IATA code is XCO.
Where is Colac Airport located?
Colac Airport is small airport located in Colac Otway Shire, Australia, at an elevation of 450 ft (137 m).
How many runways does Colac Airport have?
Colac Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,788 ft / 850 m.
What time zone is Colac Airport in?
Colac Airport is in the Australia/Melbourne time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Colac Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Colac Airport is approximately 11.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Colac Airport?
The nearest airport to Colac Airport is Cressy Aerodrome (YCRE), about 14.7 nm to the n, followed by lake Modewarre Private airstrip and lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Colac Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.