Airport
Cape Barren Island Airport (CBI)
Cape Barren Island Airport is the small regional gateway to Cape Barren Island (truwana) in Tasmania's Furneaux Group. Scheduled flights from Launceston land close to The Corner, the island's main settlement, where onward travel is typically arranged in advance.
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About Cape Barren Island Airport
Cape Barren Island Airport (CBI/YCBN) is the small regional aerodrome serving Cape Barren Island, known locally as truwana, in Tasmania's Furneaux Group. It provides an essential air link for the island community, connecting residents and visitors with Launceston and supporting medical, freight and charter operations across Bass Strait.
The airport has an unsealed primary runway of about 1,000 metres plus shorter grass cross strips suited to light aircraft. Scheduled passenger flights are operated by Airlines of Tasmania (Par Avion), typically using small aircraft for the roughly 30-minute journey from Launceston, while the Royal Flying Doctor Service and charter operators also use the field. The airstrip has been improved over time, including drainage and surface upgrades funded through remote airstrip programs.
Located about 3 km from The Corner, the island's main settlement, the airport has no scheduled public transport. Road access is via unsealed island roads, and onward travel is normally arranged in advance with local hosts or community contacts.
Facilities are deliberately modest, with a small terminal building offering basic shelter and limited services. Travelers should confirm flights in advance, as Bass Strait weather can affect schedules, and plan food, water and transport before arriving.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Cape Barren Island Airport operates through a single small terminal building that handles all passenger arrivals and departures. It is a domestic regional aerodrome with no separate international or airline-specific terminal areas.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Cape Barren Island Airport
Transfers
Pre-arrange private transfers from Cape Barren Island Airport to The Corner, accommodation and other locations across Cape Barren Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a private driver by the hour for flexible journeys from the airport to The Corner and other points on the island.
Car Rental
Rental car availability on the island is limited, so vehicles are best booked in advance for independent travel from the airport along the island's unsealed roads.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibus or pre-arranged group transport between the airport, The Corner and community locations for small groups travelling together.
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