Kerikeri Airport (KKE)

KKE is the IATA airport code for Kerikeri Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZKK.

Airport

Kerikeri Airport is a medium airport in Kerikeri, New Zealand with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,190 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 150 m (492 ft).

Kerikeri Airport is located in Kerikeri, New Zealand, serving as a regional airport that provides domestic flights as well as some international connections. The airport is designated with the IATA code KKE and its ICAO code is NZKK. Key airlines operating from this airport include Air New Zealand and Great Barrier Airlines, offering flights to popular destinations such as Auckland and Paihia.

The airport features a single terminal which is equipped to handle the needs of both passengers and cargo services. With its geographical location on the Northland Peninsula, Kerikeri Airport plays a vital role in connecting the Bay of Islands region to other parts of New Zealand.

Founded in 1961, Kerikeri Airport has grown in importance over the years, not only supporting local tourism and business but also serving as a crucial transit point for travelers seeking access to the beautiful natural landscapes and recreational activities that the Bay of Islands offers.

Basic Information

Full Name

Kerikeri Airport

IATA Code

KKE

ICAO Code

NZKK

Location

Kerikeri, New Zealand

Continent

Oceania

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

How early to be at KKE

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Medium Airport

Elevation

150 m (492 ft)

Longest runway

1,190 m (3,904 ft), asphalt

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
15R/33L	1,190 m (3,904 ft)	asphalt	Yes
15L/33R	685 m (2,247 ft)	grass	No
02/20	490 m (1,608 ft)	grass	No

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.

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Lounge access

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KKE: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Kerikeri Airport?

The airport code of Kerikeri Airport is KKE (IATA) and NZKK (ICAO).

Which city is KKE airport in?

Kerikeri Airport is in Kerikeri, New Zealand.

Does Kerikeri Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. KKE has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Website

http://www.kerikeri-airport.co.nz/

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerikeri_Airport

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