Airport
Garden Point Airport (GPN)
Garden Point Airport serves Pirlangimpi on the west coast of Melville Island and provides a key regional link to the Tiwi Islands in Australia's Northern Territory. Compare onward options to the local community and connecting flights to Darwin when planning your journey.
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About Garden Point Airport
Garden Point Airport is the regional airport serving Pirlangimpi, a community on the west coast of Melville Island in Australia's Northern Territory. It provides an essential air link between the Tiwi Islands and the mainland, with scheduled and charter services mainly connecting to Darwin.
The airport has a single asphalt runway, reported as about 1,315 metres long, and a compact terminal area designed for regional passenger traffic. Its simple layout keeps arrivals and departures straightforward for the small aircraft used on island services.
Located within the Pirlangimpi community, the airport is close to local services and accommodation. Road access is limited, and many visitors arrange pickups or local transport through their accommodation before arriving.
For travellers, the airport functions as a practical gateway to Melville Island and the wider Tiwi Islands. Facilities at the terminal are basic, with seating and toilets, so passengers should plan ahead for food, water and onward travel.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Garden Point Airport operates a single basic passenger terminal area rather than separate terminals. It handles domestic regional services, mainly between Pirlangimpi on Melville Island and Darwin.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Garden Point Airport
Transfers
Book a private transfer from Garden Point Airport to Pirlangimpi accommodation, community locations and nearby points on Melville Island, with meeting arrangements made in advance.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible local travel from Garden Point Airport around Pirlangimpi and Melville Island for business, community visits or touring.
Car Rental
Independent car rental at Garden Point Airport is limited; travellers who plan to drive on Melville Island should arrange a vehicle through local accommodation or community operators before arrival.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise a minibus or bus for groups travelling between Garden Point Airport, Pirlangimpi and community, event or cultural destinations on Melville Island.
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