Vryheid Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 31m 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 Vryheid Airport
Vryheid Airport is a small airport in Vryheid, South Africa (ICAO FAVY, IATA VYD). It sits at an elevation of 3,799 ft (1,158 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Utrecht Airport (FAUR), about 26.3 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
FAVYLive 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.
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | 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 Vryheid Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vryheid Airport?
The ICAO code for Vryheid Airport is FAVY, and its IATA code is VYD.
Where is Vryheid Airport located?
Vryheid Airport is small airport located in Vryheid, South Africa, at an elevation of 3,799 ft (1,158 m).
What time zone is Vryheid Airport in?
Vryheid Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vryheid Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vryheid 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 Vryheid Airport?
The nearest airport to Vryheid Airport is Utrecht Airport (FAUR), about 26.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Itala Airport and Battlefields Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vryheid Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.