Swansea Airport
Daylight today(Jul 19, 2026, local time)
About 9h 28m 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 Swansea Airport
Swansea Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YSWA). It sits at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,952 ft / 900 m. It observes Australia/Hobart local time. The nearest airport is Friendly Beaches Airport (YFRI), about 10.3 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YSWALive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 2,952 ft / 900 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.500 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 125.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(12)
| 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 |
| HOBART CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL145 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL155 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL145 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| HOBART 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 Swansea Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Swansea Airport?
The ICAO code for Swansea Airport is YSWA.
Where is Swansea Airport located?
Swansea Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Swansea Airport have?
Swansea Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,952 ft / 900 m.
What time zone is Swansea Airport in?
Swansea Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Swansea Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Swansea Airport is approximately 15.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Swansea Airport?
The nearest airport to Swansea Airport is Friendly Beaches Airport (YFRI), about 10.3 nm to the ne, followed by Avoca Airport and Campbell Town Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Swansea Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.