Tauranga Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Tauranga Airport
Tauranga Airport is an airport serving the city of Tauranga, New Zealand. It is located adjacent to Tauranga Harbour in the suburb of Mount Maunganui, approximately 3 km northeast of Tauranga CBD. The terminal is located to the north of the runway, on Jean Batten Drive, and consists of a two-storey building with four tarmac gates. Air New Zealand serves the airport, with flights to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. A further two regional airlines also operate to the airport, as well as scenic and charter flights, skydiving operations and general aviation.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Tauranga 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 07R / 25L | 5,988 ft / 1,825 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07L / 25R | 2,460 ft / 750 m | 180 ft | Grass | Unlit | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 2,100 ft / 640 m | 197 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 1,886 ft / 575 m | 148 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | CHRISTCHURCH APP | 119.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC271 HARBOUR CFZ | Class B | Controlled | 0 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZC271, HARBOUR CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL999 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA448, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA234, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA238, TAURANGA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA258, TAURANGA, CTR D | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| NZA237, TAURANGA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 1500 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 Tauranga Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tauranga Airport?
The ICAO code for Tauranga Airport is NZTG, and its IATA code is TRG.
Where is Tauranga Airport located?
Tauranga Airport is medium airport located in Tauranga, New Zealand, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Tauranga Airport have?
Tauranga Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 5,988 ft / 1,825 m.
Which airlines fly to Tauranga Airport?
Airlines historically serving Tauranga Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Tauranga Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Tauranga Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Tauranga Airport in?
Tauranga Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tauranga Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tauranga Airport is approximately 21° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tauranga Airport?
The nearest airport to Tauranga Airport is Matakana Island Airport (NZMZ), about 6.9 nm to the nw, followed by Motiti Island Airport and Waihi Beach Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tauranga Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.