Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
Mount Isa, AU 🇦🇺 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
YBMA
IATA
ISA
Elevation
1121 ft
Region
AU-QLD
Local Time
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GPS Code: YBMA
Local Code: Not available
Location: -20.66638° N, 139.488468° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Mount Isa Airport (ISA) offers 8 flight routes operated by 4 airlines. Major carriers include Regional Express Airlines, QantasLink, Qantas and others. Popular destinations from Mount Isa include Brisbane, Cairns Int'l, Boulia, Townsville Int'l / RAAF and Cloncurry.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Julia Creek (JCK) new
- Brisbane (BNE) new
- Doomadgee (DMD) new
- Townsville Int'l / RAAF (TSV) new
- Cairns Int'l (CNS) new
- Cloncurry (CNJ) new
- Boulia (BQL) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville Int'l / RAAF | TSV |
Townsville | DH8D | QantasLink | 7 flights · 483 mi | |
| Brisbane | BNE |
Brisbane | B738 | Qantas | 6 flights · 977 mi | |
| Cairns Int'l | CNS |
Cairns | SF34 | Regional Express Airlines | 4 flights · 486 mi | |
| Doomadgee | DMD |
Doomadgee Mission | SF34 | Regional Express Airlines | 3 flights · 194 mi | |
| Brisbane | BNE |
Brisbane | B738 | Virgin Australia | 2 flights · 977 mi | |
| Julia Creek | JCK |
Julia Creek | SF34 | Regional Express Airlines | 2 flights · 144 mi | |
| Boulia | BQL |
Boulia | SF34 | Regional Express Airlines | 1 flight · 158 mi | |
| Cloncurry | CNJ |
Cloncurry | DH8D | QantasLink | 1 flight · 66 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Mount Isa AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Regional Express Airlines
RXA
/ ZL
|
4 | 10 | 4 | May 10, 2026 |
QantasLink
QLK
|
2 | 8 | 2 | Mar 14, 2026 |
Qantas
QFA
/ QF
|
1 | 6 | 1 | May 10, 2026 |
Virgin Australia
VOZ
/ VA
|
1 | 2 | 1 | May 10, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
12/30 |
2802 ft | 59 ft | GVL | Closed |
16/34 |
8399 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.5 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 122.4 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
A dedicated taxi rank is located directly outside the terminal building. Mount Isa Taxis services all scheduled flights. While taxis generally meet incoming planes, pre-booking is recommended, especially for late arrivals, to ensure availability.
Rental Cars
Major car rental companies including Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Thrifty have service desks located within the airport terminal. It is strongly advised to book a vehicle in advance of your arrival to guarantee availability and secure better rates.
Public Transportation
There are no scheduled public bus or train services that connect directly to Mount Isa Airport. Travelers must rely on taxis, rental cars, or pre-arranged private shuttle services for transportation to and from the city centre.