Atherton Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 11h 12m 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 Atherton Airport
Atherton Airport is a small airport in Atherton, Australia (ICAO YATN). It sits at an elevation of 2,450 ft (747 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,815 ft / 1,163 m. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Mareeba Airport (MRG), about 12.2 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YATNLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15L / 33R | 3,815 ft / 1,163 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 126.100 MHz |
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 |
| CAIRNS CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| CAIRNS CTA C9 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| CAIRNS CTA C7 | Class C | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| CAIRNS CTA C8 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CAIRNS CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| CAIRNS APPROACH | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| 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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ATHERTON QLD (YATN) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
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 | — | 3,386 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,287 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,166 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,884 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,992 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,045 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,822 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,514 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Atherton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Atherton Airport?
The ICAO code for Atherton Airport is YATN.
Where is Atherton Airport located?
Atherton Airport is small airport located in Atherton, Australia, at an elevation of 2,450 ft (747 m).
How many runways does Atherton Airport have?
Atherton Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,815 ft / 1,163 m.
What time zone is Atherton Airport in?
Atherton Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Atherton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Atherton Airport is approximately 6.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Atherton Airport?
The nearest airport to Atherton Airport is Mareeba Airport (MRG), about 12.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Herberton Airport and Mont Albion Station Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Atherton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.