Medium airport · Whakatāne, New Zealand
Whakatāne Airport
Whakatāne Airport is a medium airport serving Whakatāne, New Zealand. Its IATA code is WHK. Its ICAO code is NZWK. It has 3 runways, longest 4,200 ft (UNK). Elevation 20 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Whakatāne, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| IATA code | WHK |
| ICAO code | NZWK |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 3 runways, longest 4,200 ft (UNK) |
| Elevation | 20 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 37.9222° S, 176.9170° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: https://www.whakatane.govt.nz/services/airport — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Whakatāne Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Hobbiton Movie Set · New Zealand · 67.6 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Whakatāne Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Te Urewera National Park · New Zealand · 43.0 miles away
- Tongariro National Park · New Zealand · 114.0 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Whakatāne Airport?
Whakatāne Airport — its IATA code is WHK and its ICAO code is NZWK.
Where is Whakatāne Airport located?
Whakatāne Airport serves Whakatāne, New Zealand. Its coordinates are 37.9222° S, 176.9170° E.
How high is Whakatāne Airport?
Whakatāne Airport sits at 20 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5062
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whakatane_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.