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Drumduff Airport (DFP)

Palmer, Australia · small airport · -16.052° 143.013° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeDFP
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameDrumduff Airport
MunicipalityPalmer
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-16.052° S
Longitude143.013° E
ElevationN/A
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionPalmer
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+11
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving DFP

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.1°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Drumduff Airport (IATA: DFP) is a small remote airstrip near Palmer in Far North Queensland, Australia, on the Cape York Peninsula. It primarily supports private and charter flights, cattle station access, and emergency or tourism-related travel rather than scheduled airline service. Facilities are basic, and the strip reflects the practical bush aviation role of the region.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors time flights for the dry season and early morning, when the strip is firmest and winds are calmest; also watch for livestock and wildlife on or near the runway.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to or from Drumduff Airport usually requires a private vehicle, a pre-arranged charter transfer, or a station pickup. Roads in the area are often unsealed and can become impassable after heavy rain, so confirm conditions locally. There is no public transport or taxi service at the airport.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Drumduff Airport?
A: There are no scheduled airlines; the airport mainly handles private and charter flights, often connected to cattle stations and Cape York tourism.

Q: What facilities are at the airport?
A: Expect minimal facilities, with no large terminal or regular passenger services. Check with your charter operator for arrival procedures and amenities.

Q: How far is Palmer from the airport?
A: The airport is near Palmer in Far North Queensland, but exact road distance varies; arrange ground transport in advance and allow for unsealed roads.

Q: Is the runway suitable for large aircraft?
A: No, it is a small airstrip suited to light aircraft. Pilots should confirm runway conditions, weight limits, and current NOTAMs before flying.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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