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Heliport

Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport

ICAO NZ-0094🇳🇿 Kaikōura
Coordinates
42.3949°S, 173.6809°E
Elevation
19 ft (6 m)
Type
Heliport
Region
NZ-CAN
Time zone
Auckland(UTC+12:00)
Magnetic variation
23.9° E

Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
07:20
Sunrise
07:51
Sunset
17:13
Civil dusk
17:44

About 9h 22m 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 Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport

Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport is a heliport in Kaikōura, New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of 19 ft (6 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 21 ft / 6 m. It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Kaikoura Airport (KBZ), about 3.8 nm to the wsw.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (3)

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLightingStatus
H121 ft / 6 m22 ftGvlUnlitOpen
H221 ft / 6 m22 ftGvlUnlitOpen
H321 ft / 6 m22 ftGvlUnlitOpen

Airspace in this area(4)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
NZB871, KAIKOURA MBZClass AControlledGND3500 ft MSL
CTA CClass CControlled13500 ft MSLFL600
CTA CClass CControlled9500 ft MSLFL600
NZA833, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA DClass DControlled7500 ft MSL9500 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 Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport located?

Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport is heliport located in Kaikōura, New Zealand, at an elevation of 19 ft (6 m).

How many runways does Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport have?

Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport has 3 runways, the longest being 21 ft / 6 m.

What time zone is Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport in?

Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport is approximately 23.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport?

The nearest airport to Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport is Kaikoura Airport (KBZ), about 3.8 nm to the wsw, followed by Molesworth Airport and Hanmer Springs Aerodrome.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Kaikōura Beachfront Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.