Global airports & airlines →AirlinesAirports.com
IndianAirports.com
CMQ · medium airport

Clermont Airport

Australia

Airports
CMQmedium airport

Clermont Airport

—, Australia
Navigate to this airport
0
Routes out
0
Destinations
YCMT
ICAO
908 ft
Elevation
TravelerPulse profile

Regional Queensland gateway serving the Central Highlands.

Location
Clermont, Australia
Clermont Airport (IATA: CMQ, ICAO: YCMT) is a small regional airport located near Clermont, a rural town in the Central Highlands region of Queensland, Australia. It primarily serves general aviation and charter operations supporting the local agricultural and mining industries. The airport is owned and operated by Isaac Regional Council and provides essential air access to a remote part of inland Queensland. Scheduled passenger services have historically been limited, with the airport functioning mainly as a base for charter flights, mustering operations, and emergency services.
Terminals
The airport has a simple, single terminal facility consistent with small regional Queensland airports.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to and from the airport relies primarily on private vehicles or pre-arranged transfers, as no regular public transport services operate to the facility.
Notable facts
  • ›Clermont is a town in the Central Highlands of Queensland, approximately 280 km southwest of Mackay.
  • ›The airport primarily supports general aviation, charter, and mining industry flights.
  • ›Isaac Regional Council is responsible for the administration of the airport.
  • ›The surrounding region is known for coal mining and cattle grazing industries.
  • ›Emergency services and aerial mustering operations make regular use of the airfield.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
Gateway to Queensland's outback, where red earth meets open sky

Clermont Airport is a small regional aerodrome serving the town of Clermont in central Queensland, Australia. It supports essential air links for the surrounding mining, agricultural, and pastoral communities in the Isaac Region. The airport plays a vital role in connecting this remote area to larger Queensland centres, particularly for charter and fly-in fly-out mining operations.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A compact single-room facility handling regional and charter arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi and local hire car services available by arrangement
  • Private vehicle pickup from the terminal
  • Rental vehicles available through local operators in Clermont township
Nearby Hotels
  • Clermont Hotel-Motel
  • Sandy Creek Station Stay
  • Golden Star Hotel Clermont
Dining

The airport terminal itself offers minimal or no dedicated food and beverage services given its small scale. Travellers are advised to eat before arrival or head into Clermont township, where a handful of pubs, cafes, and roadhouses provide meals and refreshments.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your flight and ground transport arrangements well in advance, as services are limited and infrequent.
  • The airport primarily serves charter and FIFO mining flights; always verify scheduled service availability for your travel dates.
  • Clermont experiences hot summers and mild winters — carry water and sun protection when travelling in the region.
  • Mobile coverage can be limited in this outback area, so download offline maps and key contact numbers before arriving.
Official website

AI-assisted overview, verified against public sources.

Airlines serving this airport

No scheduled airline data available.

Routes

No route data available.

Hotels near CMQ

Pick what matters for your layover or early flight, then compare on your favorite booking site.

Compare stays for your dates

IndianAirports may receive compensation when you book or purchase through some of the links on this page, at no additional cost to you. Prices and availability are set by the booking provider and may change. We never share your private trip details with partners — only the destination, dates and party size you searched.

Passport, Visa & Immigration

Flying internationally via CMQ? Check entry, transit and customs requirements for Australia from official government sources.

Encyclopaedia

Clermont Airport is an airport serving Clermont, Queensland, Australia. It is located 3.5 nautical miles north northeast of the city.

Read full article on Wikipedia