Medium airport · Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
Christmas Island International Airport
Christmas Island International Airport is a medium airport serving Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island. Its IATA code is XCH. Its ICAO code is YPXM. It has 1 runway, longest 6,900 ft (ASP). Elevation 916 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island |
|---|---|
| IATA code | XCH |
| ICAO code | YPXM |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 6,900 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 916 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 10.4504° S, 105.6911° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: http://www.christmasislandairport.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Christmas Island International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Christmas Island National Park · Australia · 5.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Christmas Island International Airport?
Christmas Island International Airport — its IATA code is XCH and its ICAO code is YPXM.
Where is Christmas Island International Airport located?
Christmas Island International Airport serves Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island. Its coordinates are 10.4504° S, 105.6911° E.
How high is Christmas Island International Airport?
Christmas Island International Airport sits at 916 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#27122
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_Island_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.