Invercargill Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 10h 51m 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 Invercargill Airport
Invercargill Airport is a fully secured controlled domestic designated airport located 1.6 km west of the central business district of Invercargill at the bottom of the South Island of New Zealand. It is the southernmost controlled airport in New Zealand and the Commonwealth of Nations. Formed on land reclaimed from the Waihopai/New River Estuary in 1938, the airport was prone to flooding, notably in 1984 when it was inoperable for two months. The Invercargill City Council considered moving the airport back to Dawson Farm, Myross Bush, the original site up to 1942. Instead, a large flood protection scheme was built, but during its construction heavy rain and an unusually high tidal surge flooded it again in 1987. There have been no problems since. The airport has a main secured terminal, a backup international secured terminal and 5 tarmac gates. Invercargill is the eleventh-busiest airport in New Zealand by passenger traffic.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Invercargill 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 7,251 ft / 2,210 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 2,996 ft / 913 m | 82 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 04R / 22L▸ displaced | 2,280 ft / 695 m | 66 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 1,398 ft / 426 m | 66 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZA947, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | FL245 | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA728, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA734, INVERCARGILL, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA737, INVERCARGILL, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA753_C, INVERCARGILL SOUTH SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| NZA753_B, INVERCARGILL INSTRUMENT SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA753_A, INVERCARGILL NORTH SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | 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% | 622 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 598 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 324 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 153 ft | |
| May | 85% | -233 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -323 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -383 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -449 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -293 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | -114 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 219 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 517 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-449–622 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 259 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 331 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 299 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 358 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Invercargill Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Invercargill Airport?
The ICAO code for Invercargill Airport is NZNV, and its IATA code is IVC.
Where is Invercargill Airport located?
Invercargill Airport is medium airport located in Invercargill, New Zealand, at an elevation of 5 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Invercargill Airport have?
Invercargill Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 7,251 ft / 2,210 m.
Which airlines fly to Invercargill Airport?
Airlines historically serving Invercargill Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Invercargill Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Invercargill Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Invercargill Airport in?
Invercargill Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Invercargill Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Invercargill Airport is approximately 26.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Invercargill Airport?
The nearest airport to Invercargill Airport is Center Island Airstrip (NZ-0020), about 19.3 nm to the w, followed by Centre Bush Aerodrome and Gore3 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Invercargill Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.