Flying in New Braunfels, TX
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of New Braunfels — the nearest is New Braunfels National Airport (KBAZ), about 5 miles out. Daylight runs from about 13h 55m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 05m 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 New Braunfels
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
New Braunfels National Airport
Randolph Air Force Base
Randolph Air Force Base Auxiliary Airport
San Marcos Regional Airport
San Antonio International Airport
Martindale Army Heliport
Stinson Municipal Airport
Lackland Air Force Base
Austin Bergstrom International Airport
Castroville Municipal Airport
Lago Vista Texas Rusty Allen Airport
Pleasanton Municipal Airport
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) | 05:03–18:57 | 13h 55m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:02–17:58 | 11h 56m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 06:57–17:03 | 10h 05m |
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 | 26.9°C / 80°F | 15.8°C / 60°F | 22 km/h | 46% |
| Summer | 34.9°C / 95°F | 24.1°C / 75°F | 19 km/h | 34% |
| Autumn | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 18 km/h | 29% |
| Winter | 18.1°C / 65°F | 7.5°C / 46°F | 19 km/h | 31% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around New Braunfels, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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