Cooktown Airport is a small regional airport serving Cooktown in north Queensland, Australia. It supports regular domestic regional services and general aviation, providing access to the Cape York/Cooktown area for residents and visitors.
Getting to and From Cooktown Airport #
Getting to and From Cooktown Airport
The airport is a short drive from Cooktown township; travel times are generally under 15 minutes by car. Ground transport is primarily taxis, local shuttle operators and rental cars-pre-book where possible. There is no heavy rail service.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Cooktown Airport #
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining
Facilities are basic: a small passenger terminal with a waiting area, restrooms and limited food or retail options. Services such as car hire and tourist information may be available seasonally; check opening times before arrival.
Tips for Cooktown Airport #
- Wet-season disruptions: Flights in Far North Queensland can be affected by the wet season-check schedules and weather advisories.
- Arrange transfers: Taxis and shuttles are limited; arrange pickup or rental car in advance, especially outside business hours.
Weather & Climate near Cooktown Airport #
Cooktown Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in December) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 19°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1801 mm/year), wettest in February with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 389 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.6 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.8h |
| February | Good | 24° - 31° | 32° | 413 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 2.9 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.5h |
| March | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 31° | 328 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 3.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 222 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.6h |
| May | Excellent | 22° - 27° | 25° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.1h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.2h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 19 mm | some cloud | 73% | 5.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 24 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 5.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Ideal | 23° - 30° | 26° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 4.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| November | Ideal | 24° - 31° | 29° | 45 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 4.4 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.7h |
| December | Good | 25° - 32° | 31° | 255 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.0 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.9h |