Ardrossan Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Ardrossan Airport
Ardrossan Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YARS). It sits at an elevation of 92 ft (28 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,211 ft / 979 m. It observes Australia/Adelaide local time. The nearest airport is Maitland Airport (YMLD), about 9.6 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YARSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 3,211 ft / 979 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 134.400 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.400 MHz |
Airspace in this area(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADELAIDE 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 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ADELAIDE CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MAITLAND (SA) SA (YMLD) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| R231 ADELAIDE | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
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 Ardrossan Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ardrossan Airport?
The ICAO code for Ardrossan Airport is YARS.
Where is Ardrossan Airport located?
Ardrossan Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 92 ft (28 m).
How many runways does Ardrossan Airport have?
Ardrossan Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,211 ft / 979 m.
What time zone is Ardrossan Airport in?
Ardrossan Airport is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Ardrossan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ardrossan Airport is approximately 7.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ardrossan Airport?
The nearest airport to Ardrossan Airport is Maitland Airport (YMLD), about 9.6 nm to the wnw, followed by Minlaton Airport and Lower Light Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ardrossan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.