Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 10m 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 Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome
Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is a seaplane base in Lake Rotorua, New Zealand (ICAO NZRL). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT), about 2.8 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZRLNOTAMs
NZRLReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA451, ROTORUA, CTR D | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| NZA234, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA448, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZG 485 UREWERAS, CENTRAL PLATEAU | Class F | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 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 Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome?
The ICAO code for Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is NZRL.
Where is Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome located?
Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is seaplane base located in Lake Rotorua, New Zealand.
What time zone is Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome in?
Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is approximately 21.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome is Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT), about 2.8 nm to the ese, followed by Mount Tarawera Airport and Tokoroa Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rotorua Lakes Water Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.