Tennant Creek Airport is a small single-terminal regional airport serving Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory. It supports scheduled regional flights, charter operations and general aviation rather than being an airline hub.
Getting to and From Tennant Creek Airport #
Most passengers travel to town by taxi, private car or hotel transfer; travel time into Tennant Creek town centre is typically under 15 minutes. Public transport options are limited and should be arranged in advance.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Tennant Creek Airport #
Expect a compact terminal with basic facilities: seating, restrooms and limited food or vending options. Car parking and basic hire-car or transfer arrangements are usually available; Wi‑Fi and charging facilities may be minimal.
Tips for Tennant Creek Airport #
- Tennant Creek is a small regional airport - services and shops are limited, so carry essentials if arriving late.
- Local transport is basic; arrange hotel pick-up or a taxi in advance where possible.
- Weather or remote flying conditions can lead to operational changes; keep contacts and flight status handy.
Weather & Climate near Tennant Creek Airport #
Tennant Creek Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 37°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 25° - 37° | 33° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 3.4 m/s | 3.1 extreme | 13.0h |
| February | Very Good | 24° - 36° | 32° | 118 mm | some cloud | 53% | 3.3 m/s | 3.1 extreme | 12.6h |
| March | Ideal | 23° - 34° | 29° | 54 mm | mostly sunny | 48% | 3.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 26° | 16 mm | clear | 37% | 3.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.5h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 8 mm | clear | 37% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.1h |
| June | Ideal | 13° - 24° | 18° | 4 mm | clear | 39% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 10.8h |
| July | Ideal | 12° - 24° | 18° | 5 mm | clear | 34% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.0h |
| August | Ideal | 14° - 27° | 21° | 2 mm | clear | 27% | 3.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 24° | 8 mm | clear | 25% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Ideal | 21° - 34° | 28° | 19 mm | clear | 24% | 3.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.4h |
| November | Ideal | 24° - 36° | 30° | 38 mm | mostly sunny | 29% | 3.3 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.9h |
| December | Very Good | 25° - 37° | 31° | 70 mm | some cloud | 39% | 3.1 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.2h |