Flying in Wellington, NZ
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Wellington — the nearest is Queens Wharf Heliport (NZQW), about 0 miles out. Daylight runs from about 14h 59m of daylight at midsummer down to about 9h 01m 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 Wellington
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Queens Wharf Heliport
Wellington Hospital Heliport
Wellington International Airport
Kenepuru Hospital Heliport
Avalon Heliport
Paraparaumu Airport
Martinborough Airport
Papawai Airfield
Otaki Airport
Marlborough Sounds Water Aerodrome
Picton Aerodrome
Wairau Hospital Heliport
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) | 07:30–16:30 | 9h 01m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:57–18:03 | 12h 06m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 04:30–19:30 | 14h 59m |
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 | 14.9°C / 59°F | 10.8°C / 51°F | 36 km/h | 41% |
| Summer | 19.2°C / 67°F | 14.7°C / 58°F | 32 km/h | 33% |
| Autumn | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 55°F | 31 km/h | 36% |
| Winter | 12.7°C / 55°F | 9°C / 48°F | 34 km/h | 42% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Wellington, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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