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Ord River Airport (IATA: ODR, ICAO: YORV) is a small remote airstrip in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia, located south of Lake Argyle near the Ord River. It primarily serves pastoral stations, nearby communities, and charter or medical flights rather than scheduled airline traffic. Facilities are minimal, and access depends heavily on weather and road conditions.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to carry extra water, a satellite phone or personal locator beacon, and fuel, as there are no services at the strip and mobile coverage is unreliable.
🚖 Getting There
There is no public transport or taxi rank at the airport. Arrange a pre-booked 4WD transfer or charter vehicle from Warmun or Kununurra, and confirm road conditions on the Great Northern Highway and any unsealed access roads. Allow extra time in the wet season, when flooding can make access difficult.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Ord River Airport?
A: There are no scheduled passenger airlines; access is typically by private or charter aircraft.
Q: How far is Ord River Airport from Kununurra?
A: It is roughly 170–180 km south of Kununurra by air, but road travel is much longer and depends on conditions.
Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small remote airstrip, facilities are minimal; expect no terminal services, fuel, or regular ground transport.
Q: Can I fly there during the wet season?
A: The wet season can bring heavy rain and unsealed road closures; check NOTAMs and local conditions before planning a flight.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash