Mudgee Airport – DGE Mudgee

Mudgee Airport with code DGE is located in the northeast section of Mudgee, NSW, Australia. The airport is about 5.6 km from the city center. Mudgee is a town located in the central-western area in New South Wales. It is near the fertile Cudgegong River. Mudge District is geographically located at the edge of the Sydney Basin.

Best Time to Visit

In 1921, there is a proposal to create an aerodrome in the town of Mudgee. The proposal was for a private airstrip. In 1933, the facility earned a licensed to be a public air facility. The first passenger air flight from Mudgee to Sydney took off in August 3, 1937.  It was facilitated by Southern Airlines and Freighters Limited. For years, the airport used Mudgee Racecourse as a landing area. However, in 1949 the government has canceled the licensed proving that the racecourse was an unsuitable runway. In 1955, the government has rezoned the area and it was reopened again. Merriwa is a city that surrounds the airport.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Parklands Resort & Conference Centre is about 10 minutes drive to the airport. It is set in a beautiful garden. The accommodation offers a swimming pool, spa, and sauna. Every room has its own private verandah. Facilities of the resort include a tennis court and gym. Winning Post Motor Inn Mudgee is also 10 minutes away from the airport and also 10-minutes walk to the city center. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, bar, and restaurant. Perry Street Hotel is found at the heart of Mudgee. All suites have a kitchenette with a stove and television.

Quirindi Aerodome (UIR) is another facility serving the city.