Tamworth Airport (TMW)

Tamworth, AU 🇦🇺 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

YSTW

IATA

TMW

Elevation

1334 ft

Region

AU-NSW

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: YSTW

Local Code: Not available

Location: -31.077898° N, 150.845484° E

Continent: OC

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Recent traveler reviews for Tamworth Airport (YSTW/TMW) indicate a generally positive experience, with particular praise for the staff and overall convenience, despite some limitations typical of a regional airport. Travelers appreciate the straightforward nature of the airport for domestic travel.

What Travelers Love

Friendly and Professional Staff: Many reviews highlight the exceptional customer service, with staff being friendly, helpful, and compassionate, especially when assisting with flight changes or difficult situations.
Efficient Security Checks: Travelers generally find the security process to be efficient, contributing to quicker transit times. Flightradar24 also shows a 93% satisfaction rate for security checks.
Convenient Location and Ample Parking: The airport's location is considered convenient, offering ample parking options for both short-term and long-term needs at reasonable prices.
Well-Maintained Facilities: The airport grounds are noted for being beautifully maintained. The terminal also underwent upgrades including an enlarged departure lounge and new cafe facilities in 2019.

Common Complaints

Limited Food and Beverage Options: A frequent complaint is the limited dining choices, with some travelers finding available snacks from vending machines to be expensive. Flightradar24 shows a 45% satisfaction rate for food and retail services.
WiFi Connectivity: Satisfaction with WiFi is moderate, rated at 50% on one platform.
Occasional Accessibility Concerns: While the airport provides accessibility features, there have been some concerns raised regarding stairs in certain areas, particularly during adverse weather.
No International Customs/Immigration Processing: As a regional airport, Tamworth Airport is not an airport of entry for international customs and immigration. International travelers would complete these processes at a major international airport before connecting to Tamworth.

Overall, Tamworth Airport is generally well-regarded by travelers for its friendly service and ease of use, particularly for domestic flights. While it offers essential facilities and good transport links, visitors should be aware of the limited food options.

Generated 5 days ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

Top Routes (by observations)

Brisbane (BNE) 1
Sydney (SYD) 1

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Tamworth Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
QantasLink `QLK`	1	8	1	Dec 10, 2025

Showing top 1 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`06/24`	2762 ft	98 ft	GRS	Active
`12L/30R`	7218 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`12R/30L`	3642 ft	60 ft	ASP	Active
`18/36`	3346 ft	98 ft	GRS	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
ATIS	ATIS	`116.0 MHz`
CTAF	CTAF	`119.4 MHz`
FSS	BRISBANE CNTR	`127.1 MHz`
GCCD	GND CLNC DEL	`121.9 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.25 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`TW`	Tamworth	VOR-DME	`116000 kHz`
`TW`	Tamworth	NDB	`341 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

A taxi rank is conveniently located directly outside the main terminal building. Services are provided by local companies, primarily Tamworth Radio Cabs. Pre-booking is recommended, especially for flights arriving late at night or departing early in the morning.

Rental Cars

Several major car rental companies operate service desks inside the airport terminal. Providers include Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Thrifty. It is highly advisable to book a vehicle in advance to ensure availability upon arrival.

Public Transportation

There are no scheduled public bus or train services that directly connect to Tamworth Airport. Travelers needing to get to or from the airport must use a taxi, a pre-booked private shuttle service, or a rental car.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.