Uluru is located 440 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. This famous sandstone monolith stands 348 metres high and, like an iceberg, has most of its bulk below the surface.
Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas, is about 30 kilometres west of Uluru. Kata Tjuta is an Aboriginal name which means ‘many heads’ and refers to the group of more than 30 rounded red domes rising from the desert floor. The tallest is said to be around 546 metres high.
The cultural landscapes of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park resonate with meaning for the Anangu people, the traditional owners. They contain creation stories and the associated knowledge of law, relationships, plants, and animals, all of which live in the shapes and features of the land.
Climate
Uluru has a semi-arid climate. It experiences Australia's four typical seasons: summer, autumn, winter and spring. Uluru has hot summer days from December to February and surprisingly cold nights from June to August. Spring and autumn are warm throughout the day and cool at night.
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Getting here
You can fly daily from Perth, Sydney, Cairns and Alice Springs direct to Ayers Rock Airport. Direct flights operate twice a week from Melbourne.
Flights from Darwin and Brisbane connect from Alice Springs through to Ayers Rock Airport.
Ayers Rock Airport is conveniently located just six kilometres from Voyages Ayers Rock Resort (10 minutes' travel).
The airport services both fixed and rotary winged aircraft and receives up to on average 350,000 - 400,000 commercial passengers per year. It's also a popular stopping off point for private pilots and passengers travelling in their own aircraft.
If driving from Alice Springs, you will need to allow 4 hours to complete the 450km drive if taking the Stuart and Lasseter Highways. Alternatively, for the more adventurous, the 8 hour drive along the Red Centre Way is spectacular. There are several car hire companies in Alice Springs both at the airport and in the township and a range of coach options.
Getting around
From Ayers Rock Airport, you can enjoy scenic desert flights over Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Airport Transfers
Complimentary return coach transfers from Ayers Rock Airport to Voyages Ayers Rock Resort meet every scheduled flight. The return transfer to Ayers Rock Resort Airport collects you from your hotel approximately 2 hours prior to flight departure please check with reception for exact time.
Coach Transfers
Coach transfers are available and operate services between Alice Springs, Kings Canyon, and Uluru. Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach through beautiful desert landscapes and interesting scenery. Your driver or guide will provide comprehensive commentary as you pass through the beautiful rugged scenery of the outback.
Self Drive
There is no better way to explore Central Australia than at your own pace. Pre-booking of hire cars is recommended. Alternatively, you can organise a hire car at Ayers Rock Airport. You will find hire car companies, tour desks, a Qantas desk, Ayers Rock Design retail outlet, and an information desk at the airport.