Galway Downs Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 44m 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 Galway Downs Airport
Galway Downs Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YGWD). It has 2 runways, the longest 3,280 ft / 1,000 m. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Ourdel Airport (YODL), about 10.2 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YGWDLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 1,640 ft / 500 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.800 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 126.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE 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 Galway Downs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Galway Downs Airport?
The ICAO code for Galway Downs Airport is YGWD.
Where is Galway Downs Airport located?
Galway Downs Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Galway Downs Airport have?
Galway Downs Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,280 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Galway Downs Airport in?
Galway Downs Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Galway Downs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Galway Downs Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Galway Downs Airport?
The nearest airport to Galway Downs Airport is Ourdel Airport (YODL), about 10.2 nm to the ssw, followed by Windorah Airport and Jundah Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Galway Downs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.