Shark Bay Airport — Denham, Australia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Shark Bay Airport (Denham) is MJK — its ICAO code is YSHK.
Distance & flight time from MJK
Shark Bay Airport
MJK designates Shark Bay Airport, which despite its name is located in the town of Denham, Western Australia, serving the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. The airport provides critical access to one of Australia's most remote coastal tourist destinations, known for Monkey Mia's wild dolphin interactions, Shell Beach, and stromatolite formations among the oldest living life forms on Earth. MJK sees light but steady tourist and charter traffic, particularly from Perth, since road travel to the area involves a long drive across sparsely populated terrain. The airport's modest infrastructure reflects Denham's small permanent population, ramping up seasonally alongside tourism demand.
Runways at Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 5545 ft (1690 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF/UNICOM | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
- Carnarvon Airport (CVQ) — 113.0 km (70.2 mi)
- Geraldton Airport (GET) — 341.1 km (211.9 mi)
- Learmonth Airport (LEA) — 410.5 km (255.1 mi)
- Mount Magnet Airport (MMG) — 489.3 km (304.0 mi)
- Meekatharra Airport (MKR) — 502.1 km (312.0 mi)
- Eliwana (WHB) — 511.5 km (317.8 mi)
- Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) — 519.3 km (322.7 mi)
- Karratha Airport (KTA) — 662.5 km (411.7 mi)
MJK is Shark Bay Airport serving Denham, WA, gateway to Monkey Mia and the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Not located in a town called Shark Bay itself.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Shark Bay Airport?
The IATA code for Shark Bay Airport is MJK.
What is the ICAO code for Shark Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Shark Bay Airport is YSHK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.