Whangarei Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 15m 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 Whangarei Airport
Whangārei Airport is an airport 4 nautical miles to the south east of Whangārei city, in the suburb of Onerahi, on the east coast of Northland in the North Island of New Zealand. The airport has a single terminal with two gates.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Whangarei 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 3,599 ft / 1,097 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 1,558 ft / 475 m | 197 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | CHRISTCHURCH FIS | 124.900 MHz |
| AWIB | AWIB | 119.800 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.600 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB169_A, WHANGAREI MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| NZC175, HIKURANGI CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
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% | 780 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 756 ft | |
| Mar | 89% | 482 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 311 ft | |
| May | 85% | -75 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | -165 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | -224 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | -291 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -135 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 44 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | 377 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 675 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-291–780 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Whangarei Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whangarei Airport?
The ICAO code for Whangarei Airport is NZWR, and its IATA code is WRE.
Where is Whangarei Airport located?
Whangarei Airport is medium airport located in Whangarei, New Zealand, at an elevation of 133 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Whangarei Airport have?
Whangarei Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,599 ft / 1,097 m.
Which airlines fly to Whangarei Airport?
Airlines historically serving Whangarei Airport include Air New Zealand (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Whangarei Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Whangarei Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Whangarei Airport in?
Whangarei Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whangarei Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whangarei Airport is approximately 19.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whangarei Airport?
The nearest airport to Whangarei Airport is Tahere Airstrip (NZ-0085), about 5.6 nm to the ne, followed by Waro Airstrip and Koheroa Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whangarei Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.