Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 9h 52m 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 Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome
Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is a seaplane base in Aukland, New Zealand (ICAO NZAW). It sits at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai (NZWP), about 7.1 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZAWLive 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB175, AUCKLAND CITY MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| NZB173, WHENUAPAI MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| CTA C/D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA146, AUCKLAND, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA141, AUCKLAND, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA142, AUCKLAND, CTA-P C | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA153, WHENUAPAI, CTR D | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Tower | 1,076 ft | 154 ft | — |
| The Pacifica | 594 ft | 56 ft | — |
| PwC Tower | 591 ft | 98 ft | — |
| ANZ Centre | 469 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Auckland Harbour Oaks | 427 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Lumley Centre | 410 ft | 95 ft | — |
| The Sentinel | 394 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Wharau o Tāmaki / Auckland House | 381 ft | 167 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome?
The ICAO code for Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is NZAW.
Where is Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome located?
Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is seaplane base located in Aukland, New Zealand, at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
What time zone is Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome in?
Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is approximately 20.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome is RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai (NZWP), about 7.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Auckland International Airport and North Shore Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.