Hawke's Bay Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 39m 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 Hawke's Bay Airport
Hawke's Bay Airport, commonly referred to as Napier Airport, is Hawke's Bay's main commercial airport, serving domestic flights to the main centres of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and smaller centres such as Gisborne. The airport is located in the north of Napier and 20.7 km from Hastings. As of 2025, it is the seventh busiest airport in New Zealand.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Hawke's Bay 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 5,741 ft / 1,750 m | 148 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
| 16R / 34L | 5,740 ft / 1,750 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 98 ft | Com | Unlit | Open |
| 16L / 34R | 2,513 ft / 766 m | 200 ft | Grs | Unlit | Closed |
| 10 / 28 | 1,837 ft / 560 m | 115 ft | Grs | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Napier Tower | 124.800 MHz |
| ATIS | Napier Airport Information | 128.000 MHz |
| CTAF | Napier Traffic (when tower off watch) | 118.100 MHz |
| TWR | Napier Tower | 124.800 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA453 NAPIER CTA/D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA452 NAPIER CTA/D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA459 NAPIER CTA/D | Class D | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| NZA457 NAPIER 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 Hawke's Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hawke's Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Hawke's Bay Airport is NZNR, and its IATA code is NPE.
Where is Hawke's Bay Airport located?
Hawke's Bay Airport is medium airport located in Napier, New Zealand, at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Hawke's Bay Airport have?
Hawke's Bay Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 5,741 ft / 1,750 m.
Which airlines fly to Hawke's Bay Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hawke's Bay Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hawke's Bay Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Hawke's Bay Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hawke's Bay Airport in?
Hawke's Bay Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hawke's Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hawke's Bay Airport is approximately 22.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hawke's Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Hawke's Bay Airport is Hastings Aerodrome (NZHS), about 11.9 nm to the ssw, followed by Kowhai Aerodrome and Waipukurau Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hawke's Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.