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Lismore Airport

Lismore, Australia
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Regional gateway serving Australia's Northern Rivers district.

Location
Lismore, Australia
Lismore Airport (IATA: LSY, ICAO: YLIS) is a regional airport located in Lismore, New South Wales, Australia, serving the Northern Rivers region. It provides essential air connectivity for the local community and surrounding hinterland areas. The airport operates with limited scheduled services and has historically been served by regional carriers linking Lismore to major Australian cities. Its runway infrastructure supports smaller regional aircraft typical of rural Australian airports. Lismore is the administrative centre of the Northern Rivers and the airport plays a role in supporting both business travel and occasional emergency or charter operations for the wider region.
Terminals
The airport has a single, small passenger terminal suited to regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between Lismore Airport and the city centre is primarily by taxi or private vehicle, with limited public transit options.
Airlines here
Regional Express (Rex) has historically operated scheduled services at Lismore Airport connecting it to Sydney.
Notable facts
  • ›Located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia.
  • ›The airport serves a catchment area that includes Byron Bay and surrounding tourist regions.
  • ›Lismore Airport has a single asphalt runway suitable for turboprop regional aircraft.
  • ›The region around Lismore experienced significant flooding in 2022, affecting local infrastructure.
  • ›Charter and freight operations supplement limited scheduled passenger services at the airport.
Wikipedia
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Route map (1 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Regional Express
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Routes

LSY → SYDZL · SF3

Aircraft operating here

Saab SF340A/B1 routes
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City & Place Guide

Where rainforest meets vibrant Northern Rivers culture

Lismore is the largest city in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, sitting at the junction of Wilsons River and Leycester Creek. Once a major trading hub for the dairy and timber industries, it has evolved into a creative, multicultural city with a strong arts scene, progressive community, and deep connections to the surrounding subtropical hinterland.

The city is also known for its resilience, having endured significant flooding events throughout its history. Despite challenges, Lismore continues to rebuild and reinvent itself, drawing visitors with its eclectic markets, wildlife sanctuaries, and easy access to world-heritage-listed rainforest and some of Australia's best surf beaches within a short drive.

  • •Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens — peaceful gardens showcasing subtropical and rainforest flora
  • •Lismore Regional Gallery — acclaimed public gallery with rotating contemporary Australian art exhibitions
  • •Rotary Rainforest Walk — elevated boardwalk through a rare pocket of remnant lowland rainforest
  • •Koala Care Centre (Friends of the Koala) — hands-on rescue centre for koalas and native wildlife
  • •The Channon Craft Market — beloved monthly market set among the trees at Manna Peace Park
  • •Nimbin Village — iconic counterculture village 26 km away with quirky shops and hemp heritage

Getting around: Lismore is best explored by car, as public transport options are limited. NSW TrainLink coaches connect Lismore to Brisbane and Sydney, and Lismore is served by local Busways routes for in-town travel. Taxis are available through local operators, and rideshare services such as Uber operate in the area, though coverage can be inconsistent outside the town centre.

Best time: The cooler, drier months of April through September offer the most comfortable weather for exploring, avoiding the humid heat and flood-season risks of the summer months.

Local food: Try farm-fresh produce at the Lismore Farmers Market, indulge in locally roasted coffee from the thriving cafe scene, and seek out plant-based and multicultural eateries reflecting the region's progressive food culture.

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

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Encyclopaedia

Lismore Airport is a regional airport located 2 nautical miles south of Lismore in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia.

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