Castlemaine Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 9h 53m 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 Castlemaine Airport
Castlemaine Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YCAL). It sits at an elevation of 965 ft (294 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 2,982 ft / 909 m. It observes Australia/Melbourne local time. The nearest airport is Smeaton airfield private (AU-0392), about 11.7 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YCALLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,982 ft / 909 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 1,988 ft / 606 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.800 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE 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 |
| MELBOURNE CTA C7N | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| 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 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
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 Castlemaine Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Castlemaine Airport?
The ICAO code for Castlemaine Airport is YCAL.
Where is Castlemaine Airport located?
Castlemaine Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 965 ft (294 m).
How many runways does Castlemaine Airport have?
Castlemaine Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 2,982 ft / 909 m.
What time zone is Castlemaine Airport in?
Castlemaine Airport is in the Australia/Melbourne time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Castlemaine Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Castlemaine Airport is approximately 11.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Castlemaine Airport?
The nearest airport to Castlemaine Airport is Smeaton airfield private (AU-0392), about 11.7 nm to the sw, followed by Kyneton Airport and Maryborough Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Castlemaine Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.