Gateway to Western Australia's Pilbara resource heartland.
Opened
1972
Location
Karratha, Australia
Karratha Airport is a regional airport serving Karratha, a major industrial and resource hub in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. It handles significant passenger traffic driven by the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workforce supporting nearby natural gas, iron ore, and other mining operations.
The airport is owned and operated by the City of Karratha and has undergone substantial upgrades in recent years to accommodate growing passenger numbers and improve terminal facilities. It is one of the busiest regional airports in Western Australia by passenger volume.
Karratha Airport connects the Pilbara region to major Australian cities, particularly Perth, and serves as a critical link for both the resources industry and the broader community. Its passenger volumes consistently place it among the top regional airports in the country.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building that was significantly redeveloped and expanded to improve passenger amenities and capacity.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, rental cars, and shuttle bus services connecting the airport to Karratha city centre and surrounding areas.
Airlines here
Qantas and Virgin Australia are the primary airlines serving Karratha Airport, offering frequent services mainly to Perth.
Notable facts
- ›One of the busiest regional airports in Western Australia by passenger movements.
- ›Passenger traffic is heavily driven by the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) mining and resources workforce.
- ›The airport is owned and managed by the City of Karratha.
- ›A major terminal redevelopment was completed around 2014 to modernise facilities.
- ›Nearby industries include the Woodside-operated North West Shelf and Pluto LNG projects.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
