Gisborne Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 43m 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 Gisborne Airport
Gisborne Airport is a regional airport located in the suburb of Elgin, 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from the city centre of Gisborne on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Gisborne Airport is one of the few airports in the world that has a railway line, the Palmerston North–Gisborne Line, crossing the main runway. The airport has a single terminal with four tarmac gates. Gisborne Airport covers an area of around 160 ha. It includes a sealed and night-capable runway at 1,310 m (4,300 ft) in length, as well as three grass runways suitable for light aircraft.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Gisborne Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: NZAA.
Live weather
NZAALive 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 (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 14R / 32L | 4,298 ft / 1,310 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 3,839 ft / 1,170 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 03 / 21 | 3,773 ft / 1,150 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 14L / 32R▸ displaced | 2,503 ft / 763 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 127.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 127.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 127.300 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA445 GISBORNE CTA/D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA444 GISBORNE CTA/D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| NZA455 GISBORNE CTR/D | Class D | CTR | 0 ft MSL | 2500 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 Gisborne Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gisborne Airport?
The ICAO code for Gisborne Airport is NZGS, and its IATA code is GIS.
Where is Gisborne Airport located?
Gisborne Airport is medium airport located in Gisborne, New Zealand, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Gisborne Airport have?
Gisborne Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 4,298 ft / 1,310 m.
Which airlines fly to Gisborne Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gisborne Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gisborne Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Gisborne Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gisborne Airport in?
Gisborne Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gisborne Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gisborne Airport is approximately 21.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gisborne Airport?
The nearest airport to Gisborne Airport is Wairoa Airport (WIR), about 34 nm to the sw, followed by Ruatoria Airfield and Opotiki Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gisborne Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.