Wangaratta Airport – WGT Wangaratta

Wangaratta Airport with code WGT is located in Wangaratta, Australia. The airport is about 5km from the city of Wangaratta. It is just off the Hume Highway so the airport is accessible for travellers. Wangaratta is considered as a rural city. It is just northeast of Victoria. Approximately, the airfield is about 250 km away from the top city of Melbourne. The city has over 28,000 people but it is slowly increasing by about 1% a year. The town is said to be the second-highest of all in the northeast part of the region. The city is also located where Owen and King Rivers meet.

Best Time to Visit

Wangaratta Airport (WGT) is also known as Wangaratta Aerodrome. It is considered as a regional airport. The airport is only providing general aviation, emergency flights and occasionally military purpose. It was opened in 1984. When you land at the airport, you can visit the nearby cities of Eurobin and Freeburg.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Wangaratta has several accommodations close to the city centre. Wangaratta Motor Inn is right just off the highway. It is featuring a swimming pool and wifi access. The hotel is just a short distance to the town. It is also near shops and restaurants. The rooms have basic facilities like aircon, ref and toaster, for a comfortable stay. The inn has a separate pool for children. Glider City Motel Benalla is about 600 meters from the city of Benalla. The rooms are spacious. It is also near the Victorian Gliding Center. The hotel has a pool and bbq facility.