Vredendal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 16m 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 Vredendal Airport
Vredendal Airport is a medium airport in Vredendal, South Africa (ICAO FAVR, IATA VRE). It sits at an elevation of 330 ft (101 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,265 ft / 1,300 m. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Holrivier Airport (ZA-0092), about 9.4 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAVRLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 4,265 ft / 1,300 m | 59 ft | Com | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY R987 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vredendal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vredendal Airport?
The ICAO code for Vredendal Airport is FAVR, and its IATA code is VRE.
Where is Vredendal Airport located?
Vredendal Airport is medium airport located in Vredendal, South Africa, at an elevation of 330 ft (101 m).
How many runways does Vredendal Airport have?
Vredendal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,265 ft / 1,300 m.
What time zone is Vredendal Airport in?
Vredendal Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vredendal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vredendal Airport is approximately 24.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vredendal Airport?
The nearest airport to Vredendal Airport is Holrivier Airport (ZA-0092), about 9.4 nm to the wnw, followed by Vanrhynsdorp Airfield and Trawal Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vredendal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.