SHQ · YSPT · Southport Airport

Southport Airport (SHQ)

N/A, Australia · small airport · -27.922° 153.371° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSHQ
ICAO CodeYSPT
Typesmall airport
NameSouthport Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-27.922° S
Longitude153.371° E
Elevation2 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionN/A
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 SHQ

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (27.9°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

Southport Airport is a small general aviation airfield located in the northern Gold Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It primarily serves recreational flying, flight training, and private aviation rather than scheduled commercial services. The airport sits close to the Broadwater and Southport's urban centre, offering convenient access for pilots and visitors to the northern Gold Coast suburbs.

💡 Local Tip
If you're visiting the area, take a short walk or drive to the nearby Broadwater Parklands for waterfront views, picnic spots, and a pleasant break from aviation activities.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is conveniently located within Southport's road network, making access by car the most practical option with short driving times to nearby suburbs. Ride-share services and taxis operate in the area, and public bus routes serve the surrounding streets. Parking is generally straightforward due to the small scale of operations.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Southport Airport have scheduled commercial flights?
A: No, Southport Airport is a small general aviation facility and does not offer scheduled commercial passenger services. The Gold Coast's main commercial airport is Gold Coast Airport (OOL) further south.

Q: What is Southport Airport mainly used for?
A: The airport primarily supports general aviation activities including flight training, private aircraft, recreational flying, and some charter operations.

Q: Where is Southport Airport located relative to the Gold Coast?
A: It is situated in the northern part of the Gold Coast in Southport, close to the Broadwater and the suburb's main commercial and residential areas.

Q: Can visitors watch aircraft at Southport Airport?
A: As a small general aviation field, it is relatively low-traffic, but aviation enthusiasts may find it a pleasant spot to observe light aircraft operations.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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