Whakatane Airport (WHK)

WHK is the IATA airport code for Whakatane Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZWK.

Airport

Whakatane Airport is a medium airport in Whakatane, New Zealand with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,280 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 6 m (20 ft).

Whakatane Airport is located in the picturesque city of Whakatane, New Zealand, serving as a regional airport with vital connections to the surrounding areas. The airport functions under the IATA code WHK and the ICAO code NZWK, facilitating both domestic flights and regional services.

The airport is a key hub for connecting travelers to various destinations within New Zealand, with Air New Zealand providing scheduled flights primarily to major cities. Its operational capacity supports a diverse range of aircraft, catering to both passenger and cargo services.

Opened in the late 1970s, Whakatane Airport has grown in significance over the decades, contributing to the economic development of the Eastern Bay of Plenty region. The airport's infrastructure has been modernized to accommodate the growing demand for air travel, ensuring passenger comfort and efficient operations.

Basic Information

Full Name

Whakatane Airport

IATA Code

WHK

ICAO Code

NZWK

Location

Whakatane, New Zealand

Continent

Oceania

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

How early to be at WHK

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

6 m (20 ft)

Longest runway

1,280 m (4,200 ft), asphalt

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
09L/27R	1,280 m (4,200 ft)	asphalt	Yes
09R/27L	750 m (2,461 ft)	grass	No

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

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Lounge access

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WHK: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Whakatane Airport?

The airport code of Whakatane Airport is WHK (IATA) and NZWK (ICAO).

Which city is WHK airport in?

Whakatane Airport is in Whakatane, New Zealand.

Does Whakatane Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

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

Contact

Website

https://www.whakatane.govt.nz/services/airport

Wikipedia

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

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