Airport
Mornington Island Airport (ONG)
Mornington Island Airport is the main gateway to Gununa and the remote Gulf of Carpentaria community on Mornington Island. Compare transfer options to the town center and plan onward travel around the island with ease.
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About Mornington Island Airport
Mornington Island Airport is the main air gateway to Mornington Island, a remote community in the Gulf of Carpentaria in far north Queensland. It serves the town of Gununa and connects the island with regional centers across northern Australia.
The airport operates a single runway and a compact passenger terminal, supporting scheduled regional flights operated by Rex to destinations such as Cairns and Mount Isa. A terminal upgrade project by Mornington Shire Council has improved the passenger waiting area.
Located immediately north-west of Gununa, the airport is only about 1 km from the town center, making local road transfers short and straightforward.
Although facilities are modest, the airport plays an essential role for residents, visitors and essential services traveling to and from this remote island community.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Mornington Island Airport operates a single small passenger terminal serving regional flights. The terminal handles scheduled services connecting the island with communities such as Cairns and Mount Isa.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Mornington Island Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Mornington Island Airport to accommodation, community facilities and other locations in Gununa.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, community visits, meetings or trips around Mornington Island.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Mornington Island Airport for independent travel around Gununa and the island's local roads.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups traveling between Mornington Island Airport, Gununa, community venues and other island destinations.
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