Regional carriers link Shellharbour Airport at Albion Park Rail to cities such as Melbourne and Brisbane, serving the Illawarra region south of Sydney. The traffic is overwhelmingly business and leisure passengers; commercial freight of any scale does not feature here. Coded WOL, the airport runs no cargo terminal, and shipments from the greater Wollongong area move by road. Sydney International Airport (SYD), about 100 kilometres north and reached via the Princes Motorway, provides the region's main air freight access. For forwarders, Shellharbour is essentially a regional passenger field.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Shellharbour Airport?▼

The IATA code of Shellharbour Airport is WOL. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Shellharbour Airport located?▼

Shellharbour Airport is located in Albion Park Rail, AU.

What is the elevation of Shellharbour Airport?▼

Shellharbour Airport is at an elevation of 9 meters (31 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-34.56110, 150.78900

9 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Albion Park Rail

Sydney → Shanghai Sydney → Shenzhen Sydney → Guangzhou Sydney → Hong Kong Sydney → Tokyo Sydney → Busan

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Last updated: 8 June 2026

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