Kalahari Oryx
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 30m 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 Kalahari Oryx
Kalahari Oryx is a small airport in Upington, South Africa. It sits at an elevation of 2,880 ft (878 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Namakwari Safaris Airport (ZA-0263), about 23 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A402 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG CENTRAL | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| CENTRAL SUMMER GLIDING | Special use | Gliding sector | 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 Kalahari Oryx.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kalahari Oryx located?
Kalahari Oryx is small airport located in Upington, South Africa, at an elevation of 2,880 ft (878 m).
What time zone is Kalahari Oryx in?
Kalahari Oryx is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kalahari Oryx?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kalahari Oryx is approximately 21.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kalahari Oryx?
The nearest airport to Kalahari Oryx is Namakwari Safaris Airport (ZA-0263), about 23 nm to the wsw, followed by Glen Lyon Farm Airstrip and Skerpioenpunt Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kalahari Oryx data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.