Broome Airport serves the Kimberley region in Australia's remote northwest, known for the historic pearling industry, the famous Cable Beach and unique ochre-colored coastal landscapes.
It is located just a few kilometers from Broome city center.
How to get to Broome International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to BME
Parking near Broome International Airport
Within a short walking distance from the terminal is a modest parking area.
It is not attended; short-term parking is free up to 2 hours, long-term parking costs roughly 13 AUD per day.
How to get to Broome from BME
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Broome International Airport
Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the Kimberley region.
Bring a driving licence, passport (or local document) and credit card in the driver's name; for off-road itineraries check if a 4x4 vehicle is required. English-language licenses are generally accepted for visitors; for other languages an International Driving Permit (IDP) or official translation is generally required.
Hotels near Broome International Airport
Broome Town and Chinatown
The airport is about 1 km from Chinatown, a 3-minute drive; Mangrove Hotel and Roebuck Bay Hotel are both a few minutes away, while Oaks Broome is about 5 minutes from both the centre and the terminals.
Best for: Those who want Chinatown market, restaurants and Broome Jetty within a few minutes' walk, with the airport practically around the corner.
- No need for long taxi rides: airport, Chinatown and Roebuck Bay are all just minutes from each other
- The sunset over Roebuck Bay, visible from several hotels in the area, doesn't require travelling all the way to Cable Beach
- Cable Beach, with its sunset camel tours, remains about 15-20 minutes by car
- Outside Chinatown the area is poorly lit and designed for those driving, not walking
Recommended hotels
- Mangrove Hotel Tropical gardens with views over Roebuck Bay, two pools and two restaurants; among the city's most popular hotels for sunset views. View availability
- Oaks Broome Hotel A minute from Town Beach and about 5 minutes from both Chinatown and the airport; rooms and apartments with a kitchen, useful for families. View availability
- Roebuck Bay Hotel A historic pub-hotel in the heart of Chinatown, the most affordable option in the area; the ground-floor bar stays open late, so it's not the right choice for those seeking quiet. View availability
Cable Beach
About 6 km from the airport, 10-15 minutes by car or taxi; no direct link to the terminals, so a taxi, rental car or hotel shuttle is always needed.
Best for: Those who come to Broome mainly for the 22 km beach, the sunset and the camel tours, and prefer to stay just steps from the sand.
- Beach and sunset tours within walking distance of the seafront hotels
- More resorts and pools than the centre, designed for multi-day stays
- Every trip to the airport or Chinatown requires a car, a taxi or the hotel shuttle
- A residential and tourist area without shops or nightlife comparable to Chinatown
Recommended hotels
- Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa Cable Beach's historic resort, among the closest to the beach in the area; bungalows in Broome Pearling style and two pools amid tropical gardens. View availability
- Pinctada Hotel Broome Also known as Kimberley Sands Resort, in a bush area a few minutes from Cable Beach; quieter and cheaper than the Cable Beach Club. View availability
- Oaks Cable Beach Resort Apartments with a kitchen a few minutes from the beach, designed for families or longer stays; higher scores for the two-bedroom units. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is compact with seasonal traffic linked to nature tourism in the region.
Thanks to the compact layout, the walk from check-in to gate takes only a few minutes.
Map of Broome International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Broome airport convenient for exploring the Kimberley?
Yes, it's the main air gateway to the Kimberley region in north-western Australia.
Q. How do you get from Broome airport to the city centre?
By taxi or tourist shuttle, both available given the short distance from the airport.
Q. Is it worth renting a 4x4 vehicle in Broome?
Yes, if your plan includes off-road excursions in the Kimberley: always check with the operator which routes are covered by the rental insurance.
Q. Does Broome airport have many flights in every season?
Traffic varies seasonally, peaking in the cooler months (the southern winter), the region's main tourist season.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
