Badu Island Airport (BDD)
Badu Island, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
YBAU
IATA
BDD
Elevation
14 ft
Region
AU-QLD
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GPS Code: YBAU
Local Code: Not available
Location: -10.14955° N, 142.173665° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Small Airport
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What is known about Badu Island Airport (BDD):
- Airport Type: Private
- Operator: Torres Strait Island Regional Council
- Flights: Domestic flights only, with 2 destinations (Horn Island and Kubin, Moa Island) served by Hinterland Aviation.
- Size: Described as a "small airport".
- Facilities: The Torres Strait Island Regional Council lists an Airport as one of its facilities on Badu Island.
- Transportation to/from Airport: People can travel to and from the community by fixed-wing aircraft (commercial and charter operators) or helicopter (charter operators). The island is small, and local transport options are limited to walking or arranging transfers with local residents, as public transport is not developed. Car rentals are available on the island.
Without specific traveler reviews, it is not possible to summarize overall traveler sentiment, satisfaction, or common complaints.
*Sources researched: tsirc.qld.gov.au, kupi.com, flightconnections.com, en.wikipedia.org, cityguide.tts.com*
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Airport Routes
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
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Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horn Island | HID |
Horn Island | C208 | Hinterland Aviation | 65 flights · 31 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Badu Island AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Hinterland Aviation
HND
/ OI
|
1 | 65 | 1 | May 9, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
12/30 |
2788 ft | - ft | N | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.3 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 116.1 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.6 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 126.8 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
There are no formal, metered taxi services operating on Badu Island. All airport transfers must be pre-arranged, typically through your accommodation provider or local contacts on the island.
Rental Cars
No commercial car rental companies are available at Badu Island Airport or on the island itself. Vehicle use is generally through private arrangements made in advance.
Public Transportation
There is no public transportation system, such as a bus or train service, on Badu Island. The community is small, and transportation is primarily by walking or pre-arranged private vehicle.