What is the nearest airport to Cooktown?

The nearest airport to Cooktown is Cooktown (CTN) Airport which is 8 km away. Other nearby airports include Cairns (CNS) (164.8 km).

How long does it take to get to Cooktown from the Airport?

It takes 13 min to get from Cooktown to Cooktown (CTN) Airport.

How do I get to Cooktown?

We recommend flying to Cooktown (CTN) Airport, which is 8 km away from Cooktown. The taxi from Cooktown (CTN) to Cooktown takes 13 min.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 25+ hotels available in Cooktown.

How to get to Cooktown from 5 nearby airports

Airports near Cooktown

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Duration	13 min
Distance	8 km
Average price	$113
Nearby airports	5 found

Duration

13 min

Distance

8 km

Average price

$113

Nearby airports

5 found

Closest airports to Cooktown

The nearest airport to Cooktown is Cooktown (CTN). Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Smithfield to Cooktown 6 times a week. Tickets cost $75 - $110 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

Recommended airport

Cooktown (CTN)
1. taxi
Fastest
13 min
Cheapest
$50–65

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Other nearby airports

Cairns (CNS)
1. bus
4h 43m
$123–167
Townsville (TSV)
1. bus
2. bus
12h 39m
$135–195
Palm Island (PMK)
1. unknown
2. ferry
3. bus
4. bus
14h 50m
Coen (CUQ)
1. car
6h 36m
$75–108

Important airports for Cooktown

Frequently asked questions

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