Hamilton International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 11m 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 Hamilton International Airport
Hamilton Airport is an international airport at Rukuhia, 14 kilometres south of the city of Hamilton in the Waikato region, in New Zealand. Rukuhia was the name of the Royal New Zealand Air Force base on the site during World War II.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Hamilton International 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 (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | — | — | Delete | Unlit | Open |
| 18L / 36R▸ displaced | 6,755 ft / 2,059 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18R / 36L | 2,871 ft / 875 m | 197 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 07 / 25 | 2,033 ft / 620 m | 98 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 07R / 25L | 2,033 ft / 620 m | 197 ft | Delete Duplicate | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | CHRISTCHURCH APP | 125.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.900 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC272, BLACKSANDS CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL999 |
| NZC273_A, MORRINSVILLE CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL999 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA256_B HAMILTON INSTRUMENT SECTOR CTR-P/D | Class D | CTR | 0 ft MSL | 2000 ft MSL |
| NZA249, HAMILTON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA243, HAMILTON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA239, HAMILTON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| NZG 295 PIRONGIA, WEST HAMILTON | Class F | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 5500 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% | 828 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 805 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 530 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 359 ft | |
| May | 85% | -27 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -116 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -176 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -243 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -87 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 92 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 425 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 723 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-243–828 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hamilton International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hamilton International Airport?
The ICAO code for Hamilton International Airport is NZHN, and its IATA code is HLZ.
Where is Hamilton International Airport located?
Hamilton International Airport is medium airport located in Hamilton, New Zealand, at an elevation of 172 ft (52 m).
How many runways does Hamilton International Airport have?
Hamilton International Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 6,755 ft / 2,059 m.
Which airlines fly to Hamilton International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hamilton International Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hamilton International Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Hamilton International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hamilton International Airport in?
Hamilton International Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hamilton International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hamilton International Airport is approximately 21° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hamilton International Airport?
The nearest airport to Hamilton International Airport is Te Kowhai Airfield (NZTE), about 11 nm to the nw, followed by Wharepapa South Airport and Matamata Glider Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hamilton International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.