Woodbourne Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Woodbourne Airport
Woodbourne Airport trading as Marlborough Airport is a small, controlled airport located eight kilometres (5.0 mi) west of Blenheim in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, on State Highway 6, Middle Renwick Road. It is co-located with RNZAF Base Woodbourne in the Wairau Valley on the north-eastern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The airport has a single terminal and seven tarmac gates.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Woodbourne Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: NZAA.
Live weather
NZAANOTAMs
NZAAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06L / 24R | 4,675 ft / 1,425 m | 197 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
| 06R / 24L | 4,675 ft / 1,425 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 3,878 ft / 1,182 m | 295 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | CHRISTCHURCH CON | 129.400 MHz |
| APP | WELLINGTON APP | 122.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.050 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.800 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.800 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA631, WOODBOURNE, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA655_A, WOODBOURNE INSTRUMENT SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| OMAKA, NZT654 | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 16% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81% | 750 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 727 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 452 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 281 ft | |
| May | 85% | -105 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -194 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -254 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -321 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -165 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 14 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 348 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 645 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-321–750 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Woodbourne Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Woodbourne Airport?
The ICAO code for Woodbourne Airport is NZWB, and its IATA code is BHE.
Where is Woodbourne Airport located?
Woodbourne Airport is medium airport located in Blenheim, New Zealand, at an elevation of 109 ft (33 m).
How many runways does Woodbourne Airport have?
Woodbourne Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 4,675 ft / 1,425 m.
Which airlines fly to Woodbourne Airport?
Airlines historically serving Woodbourne Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Woodbourne Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Woodbourne Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Woodbourne Airport in?
Woodbourne Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Woodbourne Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Woodbourne Airport is approximately 23.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Woodbourne Airport?
The nearest airport to Woodbourne Airport is Omaka Blenheim Airport (NZOM), about 2.7 nm to the ese, followed by Picton Aerodrome and Cape Campbell airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Woodbourne Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.