Learmonth Airport — Exmouth, Australia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Learmonth Airport (Exmouth) is LEA — its ICAO code is YPLM.
Distance & flight time from LEA
Learmonth Airport
Learmonth Airport serves the town of Exmouth on the northwest coast of Western Australia, near the Ningaloo Reef and the Cape Range peninsula. At an elevation of just 19 feet, it has a single asphalt runway near 9,997 feet, a long strip reflecting its origins as a joint military and civilian field. Exmouth is a gateway to the famous Ningaloo Reef, a UNESCO-listed marine area drawing visitors for its snorkeling and whale sharks. The airport handles tourism and regional traffic in a remote but scenic part of the state. The LEA code identifies this field, the air link to the Ningaloo coast and the Exmouth area of Western Australia.
Runways at Learmonth Airport (LEA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 9997 ft (3047 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Learmonth Airport (LEA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.5 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.3 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 125.9 MHz |
| GND | GND | 25.93 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 25.78 MHz |
Airports near Learmonth Airport (LEA)
- Eliwana (WHB) — 288.6 km (179.3 mi)
- Carnarvon Airport (CVQ) — 297.7 km (185.0 mi)
- Karratha Airport (KTA) — 325.2 km (202.1 mi)
- Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) — 389.1 km (241.8 mi)
- Shark Bay Airport (MJK) — 410.5 km (255.1 mi)
- Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) — 513.4 km (319.0 mi)
- Newman Airport (ZNE) — 600.0 km (372.8 mi)
- Meekatharra Airport (MKR) — 663.6 km (412.3 mi)
Travelers use LEA to confirm the Learmonth airport for Exmouth when planning trips to Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef. The code helps with the long regional flights from Perth and reading tickets for this remote coast.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Learmonth Airport?
The IATA code for Learmonth Airport is LEA.
What is the ICAO code for Learmonth Airport?
The ICAO code for Learmonth Airport is YPLM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.