GFN · YGFN · Clarence Valley Regional Airport

Clarence Valley Regional Airport (GFN)

Grafton, Australia · medium airport · -29.755° 153.031° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeGFN
ICAO CodeYGFN
Typemedium airport
NameClarence Valley Regional Airport
MunicipalityGrafton
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-29.755° S
Longitude153.031° E
Elevation110 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionGrafton
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+11
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving GFN

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (29.8°S)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Clarence Valley Regional Airport serves the city of Grafton in northeastern New South Wales, providing essential air connectivity to the Clarence Valley region. Located along the Northern Rivers area, it supports general aviation, charter operations, and occasional commercial flights. The airport plays a key role in connecting this riverside community to broader Australian destinations.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting during October or November, plan time to see Grafton's famous jacaranda trees in full bloom—the city is known as Australia's 'Jacaranda City' and hosts an annual festival celebrating the purple displays.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is just a short drive from Grafton, with taxi and private car hire available for transfers. Rental car services operate in the region, which is useful for exploring the Clarence Valley's scattered attractions. Visitors should arrange ground transport in advance, as on-demand options can be limited outside peak travel times.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Clarence Valley Regional Airport?
A: The IATA code is GFN and the ICAO code is YGFN.

Q: Where is the airport located?
A: It is situated near Grafton, New South Wales, in northeastern Australia, within the Clarence Valley region.

Q: Does the airport offer commercial passenger services?
A: The airport primarily supports general aviation and charter operations, with limited scheduled commercial services.

Q: How far is the airport from Grafton city centre?
A: The airport is located a short drive south of Grafton's town centre, making it easily accessible by road.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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