Paraparaumu Airport (PPQ)
PPQ is the IATA airport code for Paraparaumu Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZPP.
Airport
Paraparaumu Airport is a medium airport in Paraparaumu, New Zealand. Its longest runway is 1,350 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 7 m (22 ft).
Paraparaumu Airport is located in Paraparaumu, New Zealand, serving as a regional airport in the Wellington Region. It provides essential connectivity to various domestic destinations and is equipped to handle general aviation traffic.
The airport is identified by the IATA code PPQ and the ICAO code NZPP. Key airlines operating from Paraparaumu Airport connect travelers to popular locations, making it an important hub for local and regional travel.
With its modest facilities, the airport has a single terminal serving passengers, and its operational history dates back to the early 1930s, contributing significantly to the development of the region's transportation infrastructure.
Basic Information
Key facts
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16R/34L | 1,350 m (4,429 ft) | asphalt | Yes |
| 11L/29R | 1,026 m (3,366 ft) | asphalt | No |
| 16L/34R | 610 m (2,001 ft) | grass | No |
| 11R/29L | 410 m (1,345 ft) | grass | No |
Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Lounge access
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PPQ: questions and answers
What is the airport code of Paraparaumu Airport?
The airport code of Paraparaumu Airport is PPQ (IATA) and NZPP (ICAO).
Which city is PPQ airport in?
Paraparaumu Airport is in Paraparaumu, New Zealand.
Contact
Nearby airports
- Wellington International Airport (WLG) 49 km
- Hood Airport (MRO) 55 km
- Palmerston North Airport (PMR) 84 km
- RNZAF Base Ohakea (OHA) 85 km
- Picton Aerodrome (PCN) 99 km
- Wanganui Airport (WAG) 105 km
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