Wanganui Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 6m 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 Wanganui Airport
Whanganui Airport, named Wanganui Airport until 2016, is the airport that serves Whanganui, New Zealand. It is located to the south of Whanganui River, approximately 4 km from the centre of Whanganui. The airport has a single asphalt runway and three grass runways, and its single terminal has two gates.
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Wanganui Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: NZAA.
Live weather
NZAANOTAMs
NZAAReference 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 (6)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 11C / 29C▸ displaced | 4,521 ft / 1,378 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 2,959 ft / 902 m | 197 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 2,877 ft / 877 m | 197 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
| 11R / 29L▸ displaced | 2,756 ft / 840 m | 279 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
| 11L / 29R | 1,654 ft / 504 m | 1 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | OHAKEA CON | 120.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB375, WHANGANUI MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| NZC379, RIVER CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA333, OHAKEA, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZM302, TARANAKI BIGHT | Special use | Prohibited | GND | 9000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 16% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81% | 649 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 626 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 351 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 180 ft | |
| May | 85% | -206 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -295 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -355 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -422 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -266 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | -87 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 246 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 544 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-422–649 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wanganui Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wanganui Airport?
The ICAO code for Wanganui Airport is NZWU, and its IATA code is WAG.
Where is Wanganui Airport located?
Wanganui Airport is medium airport located in Wanganui, New Zealand, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Wanganui Airport have?
Wanganui Airport has 6 runways, the longest being 4,521 ft / 1,378 m.
Which airlines fly to Wanganui Airport?
Airlines historically serving Wanganui Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Wanganui Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Wanganui Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Wanganui Airport in?
Wanganui Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wanganui Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wanganui Airport is approximately 22.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wanganui Airport?
The nearest airport to Wanganui Airport is RNZAF Base Ohakea (OHA), about 22.2 nm to the se, followed by Foxpine Aerodrome and Feilding Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wanganui Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.