Esperance Airport — Esperance, Australia

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Searching for an airport code near Esperance? Esperance Airport is identified as EPR (ICAO: YESP).

Distance & flight time from EPR

Esperance Airport

EPR is the code for Esperance Airport, serving the coastal town of Esperance in Western Australia, renowned for its turquoise bays and pristine beaches along the Southern Ocean. The airport connects this relatively remote south coast community to Perth and other regional hubs, supporting tourism drawn by the nearby Cape Le Grand and Cape Arid national parks. EPR also plays an important role for the local agricultural sector, facilitating travel tied to the region's grain farming and fishing industries. Regular Regional Express (Rex) flights link Esperance with the state capital, making the airport a lifeline for a town that sits hours from the nearest major urban center by road.

Runways at Esperance Airport (EPR)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
03/213865 ft (1178 m)59 ft (18 m)GVL
11/294921 ft (1500 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Esperance Airport (EPR)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
CTAFCTAF126.7 MHz
FSSMELBOURNE CNTR133.2 MHz

Airports near Esperance Airport (EPR)

EPR is commonly searched by travelers booking Rex flights to Esperance's beaches and national parks; it should not be confused with similarly spelled European codes for airports in France or elsewhere.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Esperance Airport?

The IATA code for Esperance Airport is EPR.

What is the ICAO code for Esperance Airport?

The ICAO code for Esperance Airport is YESP. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.