Bundaberg Regional Airport (BDB)

Bundaberg Regional Airport (BDB) is a modern regional airport owned by Bundaberg Regional Council, serving as a vital hub for the Bundaberg region and a gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The airport features two runways, including a jet-capable 2,000m main runway completed in 2010. A significant presence at BDB is the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) base, which includes a new (2020) state-of-the-art aeromedical facility and an Aeromedical Training Academy equipped with Australia's only Beechcraft King Air 260/350/360/360Q Pro Line Fusion Full-Flight Simulator. The terminal offers basic passenger amenities, free parking (first 2 hours), and shuttle services. Commercial flights provide approximately 35 weekly services to Brisbane. The airport connects visitors to local attractions like the Bundaberg Rum Distillery and Mon Repos turtle nesting site, as well as charter flights to Lady Elliot and Lady Musgrave Islands.