International hub · Cairns, Australia
Cairns International
- Elevation
- 10 ft
- Coordinates
- 16°53′S 145°45′E
- Local time
- Australia/Brisbane
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Field information
YBCS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cairns International (YBCS/CNS) has one runway, 15/33, 10,489 ft (3,197 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at YBCS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Australia/Brisbane
Country
Australia
AU
Municipality
Cairns
Elevation
10 ft
Position
-16.8789, 145.7495
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · YBCS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 10,489 ft (3,197 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at YBCS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cairns International (YBCS / CNS) in Cairns, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. YBCS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at YBCS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Australia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Australia. Applicable permit lead times for Australia are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Australia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at YBCS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at YBCS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at YBCS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at YBCS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to YBCS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for YBCS: 16° 52′ 44″ S 145° 44′ 58″ E; elevation 10 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cairns
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cairns. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YBCS.
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Cargo Operations at YBCS
Support for freighter operations into YBCS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
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Operating into YBCS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cairns International — one desk for the whole trip.