Flying in Whangarei, NZ
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Whangarei — the nearest is Whangarei Hospital Helipad (NZJR), about 1 mile out. Daylight runs from about 14h 25m of daylight at midsummer down to about 9h 35m 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 Whangarei
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Whangarei Hospital Helipad
Kensington Park Heliport
Whangarei Airport
Bay of Islands Hospital Heliport
Dargaville Aerodrome
Dargaville Hospital Heliport
Ruawai Aerodrome
Paihia Private Airport
Kaikohe Airport
Kerikeri Airport
Wellsford Airport
Springhill 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) | 07:13–16:47 | 9h 35m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:57–18:03 | 12h 05m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 04:47–19:13 | 14h 25m |
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 | 18.1°C / 65°F | 11.2°C / 52°F | 23 km/h | 50% |
| Summer | 23°C / 73°F | 16°C / 61°F | 22 km/h | 47% |
| Autumn | 20°C / 68°F | 13.5°C / 56°F | 22 km/h | 41% |
| Winter | 15.2°C / 59°F | 9.2°C / 49°F | 24 km/h | 45% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Whangarei, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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