Balfour Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 9h 30m 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 Balfour Airport
Balfour Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YBFR). It has 1 runway, the longest 1,968 ft / 600 m. It observes Australia/Hobart local time. The nearest airport is Smithton Airport (SIO), about 27 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YBFRLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 1,968 ft / 600 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 123.900 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.000 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | 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 Balfour Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Balfour Airport?
The ICAO code for Balfour Airport is YBFR.
Where is Balfour Airport located?
Balfour Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Balfour Airport have?
Balfour Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,968 ft / 600 m.
What time zone is Balfour Airport in?
Balfour Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Balfour Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Balfour Airport is approximately 13.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Balfour Airport?
The nearest airport to Balfour Airport is Smithton Airport (SIO), about 27 nm to the nne, followed by Waratah Airport and Wynyard Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Balfour Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.