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Coffs Harbour Airport

Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Gateway to the New South Wales mid-north coast.

Opened
1944
Location
Coffs Harbour, Australia
Coffs Harbour Airport (IATA: CFS, ICAO: YCFS) is a regional airport serving Coffs Harbour, a coastal city in New South Wales, Australia. It sits approximately 3 kilometres south of the city centre and handles both domestic passenger services and general aviation traffic. The airport is owned and operated by Coffs Harbour City Council and serves as an important transport link for the mid-north coast region, connecting residents and tourists to major Australian cities. It has a single sealed runway designated 21/03 and supports regular jet and turboprop operations. Coffs Harbour is a popular tourist destination known for its beaches and the Big Banana attraction, and the airport plays a key role in supporting the local tourism and business economy.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal building handling all commercial and general aviation operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, rideshare services, and car rental agencies available at the terminal, with no direct public bus service to the city centre.
Airlines here
Qantas and Virgin Australia are the primary airlines operating scheduled services through Coffs Harbour Airport, connecting mainly to Sydney and Brisbane.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport was originally established as a military airfield during World War II.
  • ›It is owned and operated by Coffs Harbour City Council.
  • ›The airport's single runway is designated 03/21.
  • ›Coffs Harbour Airport is located approximately 3 kilometres south of the Coffs Harbour CBD.
  • ›The airport supports both scheduled RPT (Regular Public Transport) services and general aviation operations.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

CFS → SYDQF · DH4 DH8 DH3
CFS → SYDTT · 320
CFS → SYDVA · E90 73H
CFS → MELVA · 73H
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City & Place Guide

Sun, surf, and bananas on the mid-north NSW coast.

Coffs Harbour sits halfway between Sydney and Brisbane on the New South Wales coast, offering a laid-back blend of beaches, rainforest hinterland, and family-friendly attractions. The city is surrounded by lush subtropical scenery, with the Great Dividing Range to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east.

The town is famously marked by the Big Banana, a retro roadside icon, and draws visitors year-round with its mild climate, safe swimming beaches, and abundant wildlife encounters. It serves as a practical base for exploring Dorrigo National Park, the Solitary Islands Marine Park, and surrounding banana and blueberry farms.

  • •Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve — short walk to a seabird colony with panoramic harbour views.
  • •Park Beach — calm, patrolled beach ideal for families and beginner surfers.
  • •Dorrigo National Park — ancient rainforest with dramatic waterfall walks an hour inland.
  • •Big Banana Fun Park — iconic roadside landmark with toboggan, waterslides, and farm tours.
  • •Solitary Islands Marine Park — outstanding snorkelling and diving in clear coastal waters.
  • •Pet Porpoise Pool (Coffs Harbour Zoo) — intimate marine wildlife centre with dolphin shows.

Getting around: Coffs Harbour is best explored by car; rental agencies operate from the airport and town centre. NSW TrainLink regional trains connect the city to Sydney and Brisbane. Busways runs local bus routes linking the CBD, beaches, and shopping centres, though services are infrequent. Taxis are available around town, and Uber operates in the area with reasonable coverage.

Best time: Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) offer the most comfortable temperatures, lower humidity, and smaller crowds compared to the busy summer holiday period.

Local food: Try fresh locally grown bananas and blueberries, Pacific oysters from nearby Wooli, and grilled barramundi at the working commercial harbour precinct.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Coffs Harbour Airport
Encyclopaedia

Coffs Harbour Airport is the only airport serving the City of Coffs Harbour, in the New South Wales Mid North Coast region in Australia. The airport is located 3 km (1.9 mi) south of Coffs Harbour and is one of the busiest regional airports in the state, serving flights to the east coast capital cities, as well as some regional destinations. Coffs Harbour Airport has the capacity to handle large aircraft such as the Boeing 767 or Boeing 777 but is predominantly served by regional airlines using smaller aircraft.

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