Flying in Auckland, NZ
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Auckland — the nearest is ASB Bank Centre Heliport (NZBC), about 0 miles out. Daylight runs from about 14h 32m of daylight at midsummer down to about 9h 28m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Auckland
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
ASB Bank Centre Heliport
Aukland Hospital Helipad
Auckland Harbour Water Aerodrome
Mechanics Bay Heliport
North Shore Hospital Heliport
Waitakere Hospital Heliport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai
Auckland International Airport
North Shore Aerodrome
Kauaroa Bay Heliport
Ardmore Airport
Waiheke Island Aerodrome
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 07:16–16:44 | 9h 28m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:57–18:03 | 12h 05m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 04:44–19:16 | 14h 32m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 17.4°C / 63°F | 12.4°C / 54°F | 26 km/h | 57% |
| Summer | 22.2°C / 72°F | 17.5°C / 64°F | 25 km/h | 50% |
| Autumn | 19.7°C / 67°F | 14.9°C / 59°F | 24 km/h | 43% |
| Winter | 14.9°C / 59°F | 10.3°C / 51°F | 26 km/h | 45% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Auckland, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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