Flying in Cairns, Australia
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Cairns — the nearest is Cairns Base Hospital Heliport. (YCBH), about 1 mile out. Daylight runs from about 13h 01m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 59m 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 Cairns
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Cairns Base Hospital Heliport.
Cairns International Airport
Green Island Helipad
Mareeba Airport
Atherton Airport
Atherton District Memorial Hospital Heliport
Yalkulka Airport
Herberton Airport
Innisfail Hospital Heliport
Innisfail Airport
Dimbulah Airport
Agincourt South Helicopter Landing Site
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) | 06:30–17:30 | 10h 59m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:59–18:01 | 12h 02m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 05:30–18:30 | 13h 01m |
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 | 27.8°C / 82°F | 22.7°C / 73°F | 20 km/h | 37% |
| Summer | 29.7°C / 85°F | 24.8°C / 77°F | 20 km/h | 67% |
| Autumn | 28°C / 82°F | 23.6°C / 74°F | 22 km/h | 50% |
| Winter | 24.5°C / 76°F | 19.9°C / 68°F | 23 km/h | 36% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Cairns, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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