Tamworth Regional Airport
The Tamworth Regional Airport is owned and operated by Tamworth Regional Council and a number of daily returned services operate between Tamworth, Sydney and Brisbane.
The airport is home to Qantaslink, Sigma Aviation, Aviskills, Sydney Flight College, Airspeed Aviation, AirMed, New England Flight Training, Tamworth Aero Club, 310 Squadron Australian Air Force, Civil Aviation Safety Authority Regional Office and the International Flight Training Tamworth pilot training facilities.
Flight Schedules
You can also track live departure and arrival times for Tamworth Regional Airport here at Flight Aware.
Qantas
Qantaslink operate Dash 8 - 200, 300 & Q400 (36 – 74 seater aircraft) between Tamworth and Sydney 7 days a week with up to 6 flights daily. Tamworth Regional Airport also includes The Qantas Club Lounge, located past the security screening point in the departure lounge.
Qantaslink or telephone 13 13 13 for Flight reservations
Qantas timetable - view current timetables for Qantas and QantasLink
Flight Status - real time arrival and departure information
Link Airways
Link Airways operate Metro 23 (19 seater aircraft) & SAAB 340 (34 seater aircraft) between Tamworth and Brisbane with services available 6 days a week.
Link Airways or telephone 1300 851 269 for reservations
Link Airways Flight Schedule - search available flights for Link Airways
Link Airways Flight Status - real time arrival and departure information
Airport Parking
Parking is available at the Tamworth Regional Airport for short term or long term periods.
See below for car parking fees:
| Title of Fee/Charge (GST Inclusive) |
0-2 hours |
2 or more hours |
Maximum daily rate (24 hours) |
Weekly rate (7 days) |
1 week or more |
Monthly pass multiple entry (28 days) |
Annual pass (52 weeks) |
| Short Term Carpark |
$0.00 |
$2.00 per hour |
$12.00 |
$72.00 |
$72.00 per week plus $12 per day extra (and maximum $72 per week) |
$160.00 |
$1,920.00 |
| Long Term Carpark |
$0.00 |
$2.00 per hour |
$10.00 |
$40.00 |
$40.00 per week plus $10.00 per day extra (and maximum $40 per week) |
$155.00 |
$1,860.00 |
Click here for the Airport Carpark Conditions of Entry (PDF 156.4KB)
Airport Cafe
Located at the Tamworth Regional Airport is The Pantry Cafe, perfect for a quick meal or refreshing beverage before setting off on your flight!
Opening Hours
| Monday |
6:30am - 5:00pm |
| Tuesday |
6:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday |
6:30am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday |
6:30am - 5:00pm |
| Friday |
6:30am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday |
Closed |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Getting to and from the Airport
Rental Cars
Car rental companies are located at the airport. To prearrange a booking please see contact details below:
Taxis
Taxi providers within the Tamworth region include:
- Tamworth Taxis
Phone: 131 008 or 02 6766 1111
- EcoVIP Taxis
Phone: 131 008 or 02 6762 0282
- Manilla Taxi Service
Phone: 02 6785 1385
Uber
Global ridesharing app, Uber launched in Tamworth in late 2018.
To use Uber in Tamworth, download their App onto your Smartphone or visit www.uber.com to learn more.
ShuttleLink
ShuttleLink Tamworth provide door-to-door shuttle services to both the airport and train station as well as private and corporate charter services.
Visit the ShuttleLink website for further details.
Phone: 0401 966 646
Other Airport Information
The airport is located 10km from the city and plays a significant role in the local community.
- Main runway 2200 metres long and 45 metres wide
- Main runway is constructed of grooved bitumen asphalt
- Equipped with full lighting services to international standards
- Navigational aids include as ILS System for runway 3OR, VOR, DME(I) and NDB
- Air traffic control tower
- Parallel all weather sealed runway 1100 metres long and 18 metres wide capable of handling aircraft up to 5700kg
- Airport offers significant airspace potential, with a capability of sustaining substantially more air movements
- Airport security includes walk through metal detectors, hand held metal detectors, x-ray machines for carry-on and checked baggage and explosive trace detection
The Tamworth Regional Airport Master Plan (PDF 2.2MB) establishes a framework for the future development of the airport and addresses existing airport activities as well as opportunities for growth in aviation and aviation-related activities.
Contact the Airport
Address: Basil Brown Dr, Westdale NSW 2340
Phone: 1300 733 625 or 02 6767 5555 within the Tamworth region during office hours
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