International hub · Darwin, Australia
Darwin International
- Elevation
- 103 ft
- Coordinates
- 12°25′S 130°53′E
- Local time
- Australia/Darwin
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Field information
YPDN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Darwin International (YPDN/DRW) has 2 runways; the longest, 11/29, is 11,004 ft (3,354 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at YPDN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Australia/Darwin
Country
Australia
AU
Municipality
Darwin
Elevation
103 ft
Position
-12.4150, 130.8818
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · YPDN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 11,004 ft (3,354 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 18/36 | 5,000 ft (1,524 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at YPDN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Darwin International (YPDN / DRW) in Darwin, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. YPDN 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 YPDN
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 YPDN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at YPDN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at YPDN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at YPDN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to YPDN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for YPDN: 12° 24′ 54″ S 130° 52′ 55″ E; elevation 103 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Darwin
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Darwin. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YPDN.
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Cargo Operations at YPDN
Support for freighter operations into YPDN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where YPDN sits in the network
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Operating into YPDN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Darwin International — one desk for the whole trip.