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Lawn Hill Airport (LWH)

N/A, Australia · small airport · -18.575° 138.586° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLWH
ICAO CodeYLAH
Typesmall airport
NameLawn Hill Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-18.575° S
Longitude138.586° E
Elevation122 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionN/A
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+11
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving LWH

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (18.6°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

Lawn Hill Airport (LWH/YLAH) is a small remote airstrip in Queensland's Gulf Country, serving visitors to Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park and the nearby Adels Grove campground. It has no scheduled airline service and is used mainly by charter and private aircraft. The basic runway and limited facilities make it an adventurous access point to one of Australia's most spectacular gorge systems.

💡 Local Tip
Carry all fuel, water, and supplies you need before heading into the park, and confirm your return flight or transfer before leaving the airstrip—services are sparse and weather can delay departures.
🚖 Getting There

There is no public transport or taxi service at Lawn Hill Airport, so arrange a 4WD transfer or charter vehicle before arrival. Most access is via the unsealed road network from Gregory Downs or Mount Isa, and roads may close after rain. Confirm pick-up details with Adels Grove or your tour operator, as mobile coverage is limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Lawn Hill Airport?
A: It is in far northwestern Queensland, Australia, near Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park and Adels Grove, roughly 340 km northwest of Mount Isa by road.

Q: Are there scheduled flights to Lawn Hill Airport?
A: No, LWH has no regular scheduled passenger service. Access is typically by private or charter aircraft, often arranged from Mount Isa or other regional centres.

Q: What facilities are at Lawn Hill Airport?
A: Facilities are minimal, with no commercial terminal or public transport. Pilots and passengers should confirm runway conditions, fuel availability, and transfers in advance.

Q: How do I get to Boodjamulla National Park from the airport?
A: Most visitors arrange a pre-booked 4WD transfer or rental vehicle through Adels Grove or local operators; the park entrance and gorge are a short drive away, but roads can be affected by wet weather.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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