Hinterland Aviation - Airline Information

Hinterland Aviation, operating from Northern Queensland’s Cairns Airport, is a regional carrier that ferries air passengers in Cairns, Cooktown, Coen, Bloomfield Lodge, Dunk Island, Lizard Island, Daru, Kiunga, and Tabubil in Papua New Guinea.

Owned by UK-based travel company, Trailfinders, it operates with a fleet of 15 prop aircraft, including 2 Cessna 310s, 3 Cessna 402s, 2 Cessna 404s, 6 Cessna Caravans, 1 King Air 200, 1 Striker and 1 Embraer E170. Hinterland Aviation also offers tailored charter flights to a diverse market.

Founded in 1981, Hinterland Aviation initially serviced mining industry operators, and eventually expanded to offer chartered flights across Australia, including to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It also operates regular charter services for Spirit of Freedom, a live aboard dive vessel, Mike Ball Dive Expeditions, as well as fly in/fly out operations for Kagara Zinc and Ergon Energy.

Hinterland Aviation boasts of high-quality air commuter services at cost-effective rates, with an emphasis on safety and a focus on the tourism industry.

Hinterland Aviation Booking Instructions

Hinterland Aviation, a regional carrier operating out of Cairns in Northern Queensland, flies a fleet of 15 aircraft plying 9 destinations in Australia, as well as a route to Papua New Guinea. It likewise offers charter services for dive vessels, mining operators, and passengers seeking tailor-made flight services.

Passengers wishing to book with Hinterland Aviation may log in to the airline’s website at www.hinterlandaviation.com.au to access its online booking facility and pay for their ticket reservations via credit card.

Guests are allowed 16kg of checked-in luggage, except for the airline’s Bloomfield route, which allows only 7kg. Only small, soft handbags are allowed for carry-on purposes. Passengers are also advised to check in at least 45 minutes before their scheduled time of departure to avoid missing their flight.

For more information about flight schedules, booking information, and luggage regulations, passengers can visit Hinterland Aviation directly at Hangar 7, General Aviation, Tom McDonald Drive in Cairns, Queensland, call the airline at (00 61) 7 4040 1333 and (07) 4040 1333, or email them at [email protected].

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Hinterland Aviation features a new terminal with a 40-passenger seating capacity spread throughout three different lounges, including a VIP lounge. Each lounge is equipped with vending machines for cold drinks and snacks. The airline also offers passengers secure storage for excess baggage, as well as special arrangements for items considered Dangerous Goods.