Balkfontein Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 34m 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 Balkfontein Airport
Balkfontein Airport is a small airport in Balkfontein, South Africa. It sits at an elevation of 4,190 ft (1,277 m). It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Anton Fourie Farm Airport (ZA-0020), about 9 nm to the sw.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY W95 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG SOUTHWEST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | 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 Balkfontein Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Balkfontein Airport located?
Balkfontein Airport is small airport located in Balkfontein, South Africa, at an elevation of 4,190 ft (1,277 m).
What time zone is Balkfontein Airport in?
Balkfontein Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Balkfontein Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Balkfontein Airport is approximately 22° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Balkfontein Airport?
The nearest airport to Balkfontein Airport is Anton Fourie Farm Airport (ZA-0020), about 9 nm to the sw, followed by Hendrik Potgieter Airport and Von Abo's Villa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Balkfontein Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.