Ashburton Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Ashburton Airport
Ashburton Aerodrome is a small airport 2 NM to the east of Ashburton township on the east coast of the South Island, New Zealand. Newmans Air operated a Christchurch to Queenstown service via Ashburton in the 1980s which allowed skiers to connect to the nearby skifield of Mt. Hutt. Currently there are no scheduled services operating to Ashburton.
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Live weather
NZASLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24▸ displaced | 4,554 ft / 1,388 m | 295 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 16 / 34▸ displaced | 3,543 ft / 1,080 m | 148 ft | Grs | Lighted | Open |
| 11 / 29▸ displaced | 3,360 ft / 1,024 m | 295 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 02 / 20▸ displaced | 2,943 ft / 897 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | — | 119.100 MHz |
| TML | Christchurch Control | 120.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC976, ASHBURTON CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA847, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA834, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 7500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ashburton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ashburton Airport?
The ICAO code for Ashburton Airport is NZAS, and its IATA code is ASG.
Where is Ashburton Airport located?
Ashburton Airport is small airport located in Ashburton, New Zealand, at an elevation of 302 ft (92 m).
How many runways does Ashburton Airport have?
Ashburton Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 4,554 ft / 1,388 m.
What time zone is Ashburton Airport in?
Ashburton Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ashburton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ashburton Airport is approximately 24.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ashburton Airport?
The nearest airport to Ashburton Airport is Anama airstrip (NZ-0092), about 18.7 nm to the wnw, followed by Rangitata Island Airport and Dunsandel.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ashburton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.