Daintree Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 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 Daintree Airport
Cow Bay is a coastal locality in the Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Cow Bay had a population of 220 people.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YCBYNOTAMs
YCBYReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 3,937 ft / 1,200 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.200 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(11)
| 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 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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Daintree Airport?
The ICAO code for Daintree Airport is YCBY.
Where is Daintree Airport located?
Daintree Airport is closed located in Australia, at an elevation of 25 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Daintree Airport have?
Daintree Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,937 ft / 1,200 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Daintree Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.