What is Connellan known for?

Connellan is known as the location of the Connellan Airport (Ayers Rock Airport), the gateway for air travellers visiting Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The settlement supports the tourism and aviation industries serving one of Australia's most iconic destinations.

How far is Connellan from Uluru?

Connellan is approximately 5-10 kilometres from Uluru (Ayers Rock), with the Ayers Rock Resort at Yulara just minutes away. The entire Uluru-Kata Tjuta area is a short drive from Connellan.

Does Connellan have public transport?

Connellan is served by the Ayers Rock Airport with regular flights to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Alice Springs, and other destinations. Within the area, shuttle buses connect the airport to the Yulara resort complex.

What is the population of Connellan?

According to the 2021 Census, Connellan has a population of approximately 371 residents, primarily those working in the tourism and aviation sectors serving the Uluru region.

Is Connellan a good place to live?

Connellan suits those working in the tourism and aviation industries serving Uluru and the Red Centre. It offers a unique outback lifestyle near one of Australia's most spectacular natural and cultural landmarks, though remote living requires adjusting to limited services.

What is the postcode for Connellan?

The postcode for Connellan is 873.

Connellan

NT 873 • Northern Territory

371

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

39.18 km²

Area

N/A

Median Rent

RuralRemoteAviationDesertTourism

About Connellan

Connellan is an outer suburb of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, situated in the traditional country of the Arrernte people. Named after pioneering aviator Edward Connellan, who established the first regular air service to remote Central Australia, the suburb is perhaps best known as the location of Alice Springs Airport. With a population of 371 at the 2021 census, Connellan is a predominantly residential and industrial locality on the eastern fringe of Alice Springs. It covers approximately 39 square kilometres at the edge of the MacDonnell Ranges landscape.

Connellan's character is shaped by its proximity to Alice Springs Airport, which anchors the local economy through aviation, logistics, and tourism services. Residents enjoy easy access to the natural wonders of Central Australia, including the West MacDonnell Ranges, Simpsons Gap, and the iconic red-rock landscapes that attract visitors from around the world. Alice Springs town centre, with its shops, schools, hospital, and cultural attractions, is a short drive away. The suburb appeals to those employed in aviation, defence, and tourism industries, offering a unique lifestyle at the heart of the Red Centre.

Connellan falls under postcode 873 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Namatjira electorate.

📍 Location

State

Northern Territory

Postcode

873

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Lingiari

State Electorate

Namatjira

Type

Locality

Timezone

Darwin (UTC+9:30)

Coordinates

-23.74°, 133.91°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

39.18 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Alice Springs Town Bus — Alice Springs CBD / Hospital / Todd Mall 15–25 min

Commute to Alice Springs CBD

Distance

7 km

By Train

N/A — no passenger rail in Alice Springs

By Bus

Local bus service: ~20 min

By Car (Peak)

~12 min via Stuart Highway

By Car (Off-Peak)

~10 min

🛣️ Alice Springs Airport is located in Connellan, providing daily flights to Adelaide, Darwin, Melbourne, and Sydney. The Ghan (train) departs from Alice Springs Station on the western side of town.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mostly car-dependent. The suburb has limited pedestrian infrastructure, though proximity to the airport and industrial areas means some workers are within reach of their workplace on foot or bicycle.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

371

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021