Explore the latest Skytrans (QN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Skytrans (QN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Skytrans was founded in October 1990 and began operations in 1993. It is a regional airline based in Queensland, operating regular public transport (RPT), charter, and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) services. In 2025, Skytrans rebranded to SmartLynx Australia as part of its integration into the global ACMI network under Avia Solutions Group. However, after the demise of the SmartLynx brand, the company reverted back to its original name.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNS to ABM | Cairns to Bamaga | 2h 0m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to MOV | Cairns to Moranbah | 1h 45m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to AUU | Cairns to Aurukun | 1h 35m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to IRG | Cairns to Lockhart River | 1h 25m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to PPP | Cairns to Proserpine | 1h 25m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.1 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.2 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.3 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Skytrans Australia passengers may carry two items of carry-on baggage with a combined weight of up to 7 kg. Checked baggage is limited to 20 kg across two items, with additional bags charged at $25 apiece. Excess baggage is charged at $5.50 per kg over the allowance. No single checked item may exceed 32 kg
Skytrans Australia Baggage rulesSkytrans Australia may offer limited pet transport services at select airports. Passengers must contact the airline prior to booking to confirm availability and make arrangements.
Flying with pets on Skytrans AustraliaInfants (under 2 years) must travel with a parent or an immediate family member or authorized guardian aged 15 years or older, with one infant permitted per adult. As federal regulations limit the number of infants allowed on each flight, passengers should confirm availability with Skytrans Australia before booking.
Skytrans Australia Infants policySkytrans check-in closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure, except at Aurukun, Lockhart River, and Pormpuraaw, where it closes 45 minutes prior. Passengers who fail to check in before closure will be denied travel and fares are non-refundable. Online check-in passengers must present any checked baggage at the counter before closure.
Skytrans Australia Check-in rulesChildren must travel with a parent or an immediate family member or authorized guardian aged 15 years or older, unless booked as an Unaccompanied Minor (UM). For UM travel, the parent or guardian must complete the required form and pay the applicable fee. Skytrans Australia may verify collection arrangements at the destination and reserves the right to refuse travel if these arrangements are not confirmed.
Unaccompanied minors in Skytrans AustraliaFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Skytrans.
Aurukun, Bamaga, Kowanyama, Lockhart River and Pormpuraaw close 45 minutes before departure. Others close 30 minutes before. Online passengers must also deliver bags before closure.
Sydney departures use Domestic T3 and arrivals Domestic T2. Cairns uses the domestic terminal. Confirm your itinerary for other airports or changes.
An infant under two needs a parent, or an immediate relative/authorised guardian aged at least 15. One infant per adult is allowed. Confirm limited flight capacity before booking.
No. Allow sufficient time for the next airline’s check-in, baggage and security procedures. The Skytrans contract covers the endpoints on its ticket.
One main 14 kg item plus one 9 kg additional item is allowed per seated passenger. The extra item may travel separately. Pack essentials in the main bag.
Cabin: two items totalling 7 kg, within 23×34×48 cm. Checked: two items totalling 20 kg, within 140 cm total dimensions. Mobility aids and strollers are excluded.
Report on arrival and within the airline’s published 24-hour reporting period. If no staff are present, submit airport photographs. This is not a statement of statutory deadlines.
Obtain your council’s eligibility letter first. Present it with photo ID when booking. Each family member needs a letter. Eligible scheduled personal travel only, excluding employer/government-paid trips.
Choose another available Skytrans flight on the same route without extra cost, or request a refund/credit. Credit lasts 12 months from payment. Refunds exclude payment fees.
Request cancellation with a refund/credit or another available Skytrans flight on the same route. This provision concerns controllable delays, not automatically weather or third-party restrictions.
Explore the latest Skytrans (QN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Skytrans (QN) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Skytrans was founded in October 1990 and began operations in 1993. It is a regional airline based in Queensland, operating regular public transport (RPT), charter, and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) services. In 2025, Skytrans rebranded to SmartLynx Australia as part of its integration into the global ACMI network under Avia Solutions Group. However, after the demise of the SmartLynx brand, the company reverted back to its original name.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNS to ABM | Cairns to Bamaga | 2h 0m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to MOV | Cairns to Moranbah | 1h 45m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to AUU | Cairns to Aurukun | 1h 35m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to IRG | Cairns to Lockhart River | 1h 25m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| CNS to PPP | Cairns to Proserpine | 1h 25m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.1 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.2 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 V.3 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Skytrans Australia passengers may carry two items of carry-on baggage with a combined weight of up to 7 kg. Checked baggage is limited to 20 kg across two items, with additional bags charged at $25 apiece. Excess baggage is charged at $5.50 per kg over the allowance. No single checked item may exceed 32 kg
Skytrans Australia Baggage rulesSkytrans Australia may offer limited pet transport services at select airports. Passengers must contact the airline prior to booking to confirm availability and make arrangements.
Flying with pets on Skytrans AustraliaInfants (under 2 years) must travel with a parent or an immediate family member or authorized guardian aged 15 years or older, with one infant permitted per adult. As federal regulations limit the number of infants allowed on each flight, passengers should confirm availability with Skytrans Australia before booking.
Skytrans Australia Infants policySkytrans check-in closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure, except at Aurukun, Lockhart River, and Pormpuraaw, where it closes 45 minutes prior. Passengers who fail to check in before closure will be denied travel and fares are non-refundable. Online check-in passengers must present any checked baggage at the counter before closure.
Skytrans Australia Check-in rulesChildren must travel with a parent or an immediate family member or authorized guardian aged 15 years or older, unless booked as an Unaccompanied Minor (UM). For UM travel, the parent or guardian must complete the required form and pay the applicable fee. Skytrans Australia may verify collection arrangements at the destination and reserves the right to refuse travel if these arrangements are not confirmed.
Unaccompanied minors in Skytrans AustraliaFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Skytrans.
Aurukun, Bamaga, Kowanyama, Lockhart River and Pormpuraaw close 45 minutes before departure. Others close 30 minutes before. Online passengers must also deliver bags before closure.
Sydney departures use Domestic T3 and arrivals Domestic T2. Cairns uses the domestic terminal. Confirm your itinerary for other airports or changes.
An infant under two needs a parent, or an immediate relative/authorised guardian aged at least 15. One infant per adult is allowed. Confirm limited flight capacity before booking.
No. Allow sufficient time for the next airline’s check-in, baggage and security procedures. The Skytrans contract covers the endpoints on its ticket.
One main 14 kg item plus one 9 kg additional item is allowed per seated passenger. The extra item may travel separately. Pack essentials in the main bag.
Cabin: two items totalling 7 kg, within 23×34×48 cm. Checked: two items totalling 20 kg, within 140 cm total dimensions. Mobility aids and strollers are excluded.
Report on arrival and within the airline’s published 24-hour reporting period. If no staff are present, submit airport photographs. This is not a statement of statutory deadlines.
Obtain your council’s eligibility letter first. Present it with photo ID when booking. Each family member needs a letter. Eligible scheduled personal travel only, excluding employer/government-paid trips.
Choose another available Skytrans flight on the same route without extra cost, or request a refund/credit. Credit lasts 12 months from payment. Refunds exclude payment fees.
Request cancellation with a refund/credit or another available Skytrans flight on the same route. This provision concerns controllable delays, not automatically weather or third-party restrictions.