Halls Creek

Overview

Halls Creek Airport is a medium airport in northern Western Australia, serving the remote town of Halls Creek and the wider East Kimberley region. Identified by IATA code HCQ and ICAO code YHLC, it is an important local gateway for regional access, business travel, and essential services in a part of Australia where road journeys can be long and conditions can vary by season. Its elevation of 1,346 feet (410 m) also means weather and operating conditions may feel different from those at sea-level airports.

Airfield details

• Airport codes: HCQ and YHLC
• Airport type: medium airport
• Location served: Australia, with local access to Halls Creek and surrounding Kimberley areas
• Main runway: 04/22, 4,839 feet, asphalt, lighted
• Secondary runway: 08/26, 3,104 feet, gravel, lighted
• Time zone: Australia/Perth

What travellers should know

For visitors, Halls Creek Airport is best approached as a practical regional airport rather than a large hub, so it helps to plan ahead and confirm transport, flight times, and baggage needs before travel day. The presence of two lighted runways supports operations in different conditions, while the mix of asphalt and gravel surfaces reflects the airport’s regional role. Because the airport operates in the Australia/Perth time zone, travellers connecting from other parts of the country should double-check local time when arranging pickups, tours, or onward accommodation.