Welcome to Shark Bay Airport

Shark Bay Airport (MJK), often listed as Monkey Mia Airport, serves the town of Denham and the Monkey Mia resort area on the Peron Peninsula in Western Australia. It is the air gateway to the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, a region of turquoise bays, red cliffs and rich marine life on the Gascoyne coast.

Location: Between Denham and Monkey Mia

The airport lies on the road between Denham and Monkey Mia. Denham is about a 10 minute drive away, and Monkey Mia is roughly 20 minutes in the other direction. That short transfer is a big advantage over the long road trip from Perth.

Airport Facilities at Shark Bay

This is a small regional airport with a single sealed runway. Facilities are basic, so there is little in the way of shops or dining. Bring what you need for the journey and plan your transfer before you land.

Airlines and Routes from Shark Bay

Regional Express (Rex) operates the scheduled flights, linking Shark Bay with Perth and Carnarvon. The flight from Perth takes about two hours. Frequency can vary through the week and by season, so check the current Rex timetable before fixing your travel dates.

Getting from Shark Bay Airport to Denham and Monkey Mia

Most visitors hire a car or book a transfer in advance. Some accommodation in Monkey Mia can arrange a pick-up for guests, so ask when you book your stay. A vehicle is useful if you want to explore the wider peninsula, and a four-wheel drive is needed for parts of the national park.

Top Sights Near Shark Bay Airport

• Monkey Mia: known for the wild bottlenose dolphins that visit the shore in the morning.
• Shell Beach: a long beach made almost entirely of tiny white shells.
• Hamelin Pool: home to stromatolites, living structures with roots in ancient life on Earth, viewed from a boardwalk.
• Francois Peron National Park: red dunes and clear water at the northern tip of the peninsula.

Scenic flights over the bay are another way to take in the landscape from above.

Travel Tips for Shark Bay

• Book your car or transfer early, especially in school holidays.
• Arrive at Monkey Mia early in the morning for the dolphin visits.
• Bring sun protection and water. The region is hot and exposed for much of the year.

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