Whakatāne Airport
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 Whakatāne Airport
Whakatāne Airport is an airport serving the town of Whakatāne, the eastern Bay of Plenty and the tourist attraction of Mount Tarawera, in New Zealand.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Whakatāne 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
| 09L / 27R | 4,200 ft / 1,280 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09R / 27L | 2,461 ft / 750 m | 98 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | CHRISTCHURCH FIS | 125.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.600 MHz |
| PAL | 5 Pulses at 1s interval activates lights for 30min. | 118.600 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB277, WHAKATANE MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | 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.
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% | 641 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 617 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 342 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 171 ft | |
| May | 85% | -215 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -304 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -364 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -431 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -275 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | -96 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 238 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 535 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-431–641 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Whakatāne Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whakatāne Airport?
The ICAO code for Whakatāne Airport is NZWK, and its IATA code is WHK.
Where is Whakatāne Airport located?
Whakatāne Airport is medium airport located in Whakatāne, New Zealand, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Whakatāne Airport have?
Whakatāne Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 4,200 ft / 1,280 m.
Which airlines fly to Whakatāne Airport?
Airlines historically serving Whakatāne Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Whakatāne Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Whakatāne Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Whakatāne Airport in?
Whakatāne Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whakatāne Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whakatāne Airport is approximately 21.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whakatāne Airport?
The nearest airport to Whakatāne Airport is Opotiki Airport (NZOP), about 19.4 nm to the ese, followed by Mount Tarawera Airport and Motiti Island Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whakatāne Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.