Coconut Island Airport (CNC)

Coconut Island Airport (CNC), also known by its traditional name Poruma, is a remote regional facility in the Torres Strait, Queensland. Connecting to CNC is a multi-stage process that typically flows through the major hub of Cairns (CNS) and the regional gateway of Horn Island (HID). Travelers should first fly from Cairns to Horn Island via QantasLink or Skytrans, a flight of approximately 2 hours. From Horn Island, the connection to Coconut Island is handled by specialized island-hopper carriers such as Hinterland Aviation, which replaced previous Skytrans services in mid-2025. It is critical to note that scheduled commercial flights between these islands are highly subject to weather-related delays, particularly during the Northwest monsoon season (January to March); always build a significant buffer into your Cairns connection. When transferring at Horn Island, you must reclaim your baggage from the mainline flight and check in at the regional operator's counter. Light aircraft serving CNC have strict weight limits, typically restricted to 15kg of checked luggage. For ground connections, if you are transiting through the regional hub of Thursday Island before reaching CNC, you must take a 10-minute ferry from the Horn Island Jetty. There are no regular public passenger ferries to Coconut Island itself, making air travel the only reliable link for visitors. Be aware that many islands in the Torres Strait require prior entry permits from the local Traditional Owners or the TSIRC. Amenities at the CNC airstrip are minimal, consisting of a basic shelter, so ensure you have all essential supplies and medications before leaving Cairns.

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