Nelson Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 28m 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 Nelson Airport
Nelson Airport is located 6 km (3.7 mi) south-west of central Nelson, New Zealand, in the suburb of Annesbrook. Approximately 1.2 million passengers and visitors use the airport terminal annually. Passenger numbers for the 2017 financial year were 1,000,373, up from 865,203 in 2016.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Nelson 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 4,420 ft / 1,347 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02L / 20R▸ displaced | 2,398 ft / 731 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 1,970 ft / 600 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 06 / 24 | 1,726 ft / 526 m | 79 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | CHRISTCHRIST CON | 123.700 MHz |
| APP | APP | 127.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 129.100 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 123.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 127.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 127.400 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA629, NELSON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 7500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA628, NELSON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA625, NELSON, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA651_C, NELSON EAST SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| NZA651_B, NELSON INSTRUMENT SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| NZA651_A, NELSON WEST SECTOR, CTR-P D | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 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 Nelson Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nelson Airport?
The ICAO code for Nelson Airport is NZNS, and its IATA code is NSN.
Where is Nelson Airport located?
Nelson Airport is medium airport located in Nelson, New Zealand, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Nelson Airport have?
Nelson Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 4,420 ft / 1,347 m.
Which airlines fly to Nelson Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nelson Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nelson Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Nelson Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nelson Airport in?
Nelson Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nelson Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nelson Airport is approximately 23° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nelson Airport?
The nearest airport to Nelson Airport is Motueka Airport (MZP), about 14.8 nm to the nw, followed by Woodbourne Airport and Picton Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nelson Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.