Kaitaia Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 16m 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 Kaitaia Airport
Kaitaia Airport is an airport located 5km Northeast of Kaitaia, in the Far North District of New Zealand. The land the airport is situated on is owned by Crown and leased to the Far North District Council (FNDC), who contracts Far North Holdings Limited (FNHL) to manage the aerodrome.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Kaitaia 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 4,600 ft / 1,402 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 4,190 ft / 1,277 m | 98 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | CHRISTCHURCH FIS | 127.100 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB176_A, KAITAIA MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
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% | 949 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 926 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 651 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 480 ft | |
| May | 85% | 94 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 5 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -55 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -122 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 34 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 213 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 546 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 844 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-122–949 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kaitaia Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kaitaia Airport?
The ICAO code for Kaitaia Airport is NZKT, and its IATA code is KAT.
Where is Kaitaia Airport located?
Kaitaia Airport is medium airport located in Awanui, New Zealand, at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m).
How many runways does Kaitaia Airport have?
Kaitaia Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,600 ft / 1,402 m.
Which airlines fly to Kaitaia Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kaitaia Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kaitaia Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Kaitaia Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kaitaia Airport in?
Kaitaia Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kaitaia Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kaitaia Airport is approximately 19.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kaitaia Airport?
The nearest airport to Kaitaia Airport is Puriri Block Airstrip (NZ-0046), about 2.5 nm to the e, followed by Sandhills Airstrip and Fisher Riley North Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kaitaia Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.