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East Kimberley Regional (Kununurra) Airport

Kununurra, Australia

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East Kimberley Regional (Kununurra) Airport

Kununurra, Australia
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Gateway to the Kimberley's remote wilderness and waterways.

Location
Kununurra, Australia
East Kimberley Regional Airport, known as Kununurra Airport, serves the remote town of Kununurra in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. It is the primary air link for the area, connecting residents and visitors to major Australian cities and supporting the region's tourism, agriculture, and resource industries. The airport handles scheduled passenger services as well as general aviation, charter, and freight operations. Its role is especially important given the remote nature of the Kimberley, where road travel can be limited or cut off during the wet season. Kununurra is a base for tourism to attractions such as Lake Argyle, the Ord River, and Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles), making the airport a vital entry point for visitors to this scenic and ecologically significant region.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building handling both domestic passenger services and general aviation operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Kununurra town centre is primarily via taxi, rental car, or hotel shuttle, as no regular public bus service operates on the route.
Airlines here
Rex (Regional Express) and Aviair operate scheduled services at Kununurra, connecting the town to Darwin, Broome, and Perth among other destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Kununurra Airport serves as a key hub for charter flights into the broader Kimberley and surrounding Aboriginal communities.
  • ›The airport supports significant freight operations, including the transport of agricultural produce from the Ord River Irrigation Scheme.
  • ›Altitude of the airport is approximately 145 metres (476 feet) above sea level.
  • ›The Kimberley's wet season (roughly November to April) can affect road access to the region, increasing reliance on air travel.
  • ›Purnululu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the major tourism drawcards accessible via Kununurra Airport.
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Gateway to the Kimberley's ancient gorges, lakes, and red wilderness

East Kimberley Regional Airport, serving the remote outpost of Kununurra in Western Australia's far north, connects travellers to one of the world's last great wildernesses. Established to support the region's agricultural and tourism industries, the airport plays a vital role in linking the Ord River Irrigation Area and Kimberley adventure tourism to the rest of Australia. Its modest but functional facilities reflect the frontier character of the town it serves.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all arrivals and departures, with check-in, baggage and basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available from the terminal forecourt
  • Car hire from Avis and local operators on-site
  • Pre-arranged hotel shuttle transfers
  • Private vehicle pick-up
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Kununurra
  • Kununurra Country Club Resort
  • Ibis Styles Kununurra
  • Discovery Parks – Lake Kununurra
Dining

The terminal offers very limited food and beverage options, so travellers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport. Kununurra township, a short drive away, has a modest selection of cafes, pub dining, and the Gulliver's Tavern for a meal before or after a flight. Many visitors stock up on snacks from the local IGA supermarket given the limited in-terminal catering.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as the small terminal can become congested during peak tourism season (April to September).
  • Book car hire well in advance — availability in Kununurra is limited and demand is high during the dry season.
  • Check luggage weight limits carefully, as regional propeller services often have strict allowances.
  • The wet season (October to March) can cause flight disruptions due to tropical storms, so build flexibility into your itinerary.
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Routes

KNX → PERNZ · 100
KNX → BMEQF · E70
KNX → DRWQF · E70
KNX → PERQF · E70
KNX → BMETL · E70
KNX → PERTL · E70
KNX → DRWTL · E70
KNX → PERVA · 100
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