Gawler Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 5m 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 Gawler Airport
Gawler Aerodrome is located in Gawler, South Australia. The aerodrome is owned by the Light Regional Council of South Australia and is managed on their behalf by the Adelaide Soaring Club (ASC).
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YGAWLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 4,970 ft / 1,515 m | — | B | Unlit | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 4,970 ft / 1,515 m | — | B | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AD CEN | Adelaide Centre | 130.450 MHz |
| CTAF | Gawler Traffic | 126.550 MHz |
| ED TWR | If flying east into EDX Control Zone when not active ensure you | 118.300 MHz |
| MULTICOM | If flying west into the barossa monitor 126.7 | 126.700 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| 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 C3 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| EDINBURGH CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ADELAIDE CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CALVIN GROVE SA (YCVG) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| LYNDOCH SA (YLYK) 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gawler Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gawler Airport?
The ICAO code for Gawler Airport is YGAW.
Where is Gawler Airport located?
Gawler Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 70 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Gawler Airport have?
Gawler Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,970 ft / 1,515 m.
What time zone is Gawler Airport in?
Gawler Airport is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Gawler Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gawler Airport is approximately 8.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gawler Airport?
The nearest airport to Gawler Airport is RAAF Base Edinburgh (YPED), about 8.2 nm to the sw, followed by Calvin Grove Airport and Lyndoch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gawler Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.