Shellharbour Airport Flight Tickets
Wollongong, Australia
About Shellharbour Airport
Shellharbour Airport (WOL) is an airport located in Wollongong, Australia. Compare the best flight ticket prices to Shellharbour Airport with Tripuck.
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Shellharbour Airport Summary
Shellharbour Airport (WOL) is an airport serving Wollongong in Australia. Compare the best flight ticket prices to Shellharbour Airport with Tripuck.
Shellharbour Airport Guide
Shellharbour Airport is located in the Albion Park Rail area of New South Wales, Australia. Situated at the intersection of Princes Highway and Illawarra Highway, this airport is formerly known as Illawarra Regional Airport and has the IATA code WOL and ICAO code YSHL. Positioned at an elevation of 31 feet (approximately 9 meters), the airport is operated by Shellharbour City Council. Specific details such as annual passenger capacity and the number of runways are not clearly stated, but it generally serves as a medium-sized airport. Facilities like duty-free areas, hotels, shops, restaurants, or cafes are limited. Shellharbour Airport, serving domestic flights, offers flights to popular destinations such as Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.
Terminal Information
Shellharbour Airport has a single terminal that only serves domestic flights. There are no international flights available. Since there is no distinction among airlines at the terminal, passengers use the same terminal for all domestic flights. The airport provides basic amenities to meet passengers' needs and facilitate their travel.
Getting from Airport to City Center
Bus (Route 53): From Shellharbour Airport (near Albion Park), you can reach Wollongong Central, Burelli St, Stand C via the Premier Illawarra Route 53 bus line from Addison St Before Mary St stop. The journey takes approximately 42 minutes. Services run hourly and operate daily. Opal cards or contactless payments are accepted.
Train: From Shellharbour Junction Station (within walking distance of the airport), Transport for NSW trains go to Wollongong Station. The journey takes 27 minutes. Services run every 30 minutes, and Opal cards are accepted.
Taxi: Kiama Cabs (+61 2 4237 7505) or Illawarra Taxi Network (+61 2 4254 2111) taxis are available at the airport terminal exit. The journey to Wollongong city center takes approximately 19 minutes. Taxis operate 24/7.
Private Car/Rental: The distance from Shellharbour Airport to Wollongong city center is 20.6 km (12.8 miles), with a journey time of approximately 19 minutes. For car rentals, you can contact NSW Air or local companies at the airport.
Regional Bus (Route 37): From Wollongong Central, the Premier Illawarra Route 37 bus line (via Dapto loop service) operates to Shellharbour. The journey takes approximately 36-42 minutes. Services run regularly, and Opal cards are accepted.
Getting from City Center to Airport
Bus (Route 37): From Wollongong Central, the Premier Illawarra Route 37 bus line operates to Shellharbour Airport. The journey takes approximately 36-42 minutes. Services run regularly, and Opal cards are accepted.
Train: From Wollongong Station, Transport for NSW trains provide access to Shellharbour Junction Station. The journey takes 27 minutes. Services run every 30 minutes, and a short walk from the station leads to the airport.
Taxi: You can call Kiama Cabs (+61 2 4237 7505) or Illawarra Taxi Network (+61 2 4254 2111) from Wollongong Central or the city center. The journey takes approximately 19 minutes. Frequency is unlimited, and reservations can be made by phone.