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Gateway to the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef.
Opened
1943
Location
Proserpine, Australia
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport (IATA: PPP, ICAO: YBPN) is a regional airport located near Proserpine in Queensland, Australia. It serves as the primary air gateway for visitors travelling to the Whitsunday Islands, Airlie Beach, and the Great Barrier Reef, making it a key tourism hub in tropical North Queensland.
The airport is owned and operated by Whitsunday Regional Council and handles both domestic scheduled services and charter flights. Its proximity to one of Australia's most popular holiday destinations drives consistent passenger demand, particularly during peak tourist seasons.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include shuttle buses, taxis, and rental cars connecting the airport to Airlie Beach, Proserpine township, and local resorts.
Airlines here
Qantas and Virgin Australia are the primary carriers serving Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport, offering connections primarily to Brisbane and Sydney.
Notable facts
- ›The airport was originally constructed as a Royal Australian Air Force base during World War II.
- ›It is situated approximately 25 kilometres from Airlie Beach, the main tourist hub for the Whitsundays.
- ›The airport serves as an alternative to Hamilton Island Airport for travellers visiting the Whitsunday region.
- ›The runway can accommodate narrow-body jet aircraft such as the Boeing 737.
- ›The Whitsunday Regional Council has invested in periodic upgrades to support growing tourism traffic.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
