Flying in Bundaberg, Australia
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Bundaberg — the nearest is Bundaberg Base Hospital Helipad (YXBD), about 1 mile out. Daylight runs from about 13h 33m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 27m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Bundaberg
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Bundaberg Base Hospital Helipad
Bundaberg Airport
North Gregory/Elliott Field
Childers Airport
Monduran Airport
Pacific Haven Airport
Hervey Bay Hospital Helipad
Hervey Bay Airport
Aquila Airfield
Biggenden Hospital Helipad
Biggenden Airport
Maryborough Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 06:46–17:14 | 10h 27m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:58–18:02 | 12h 03m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 05:14–18:46 | 13h 33m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 26.2°C / 79°F | 17.7°C / 64°F | 17 km/h | 29% |
| Summer | 29.1°C / 84°F | 21.5°C / 71°F | 17 km/h | 46% |
| Autumn | 26.7°C / 80°F | 18.2°C / 65°F | 16 km/h | 38% |
| Winter | 22.3°C / 72°F | 12.4°C / 54°F | 15 km/h | 14% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Bundaberg, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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