Kaitaia Airport (KAT)

Awanui, NZ 🇳🇿 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

NZKT

IATA

KAT

Elevation

270 ft

Region

NZ-NTL

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Airport Information

GPS Code: NZKT

Local Code: Not available

Location: -35.069837° N, 173.287053° E

Continent: Oceania

Type: Medium Airport

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Operating at Kaitaia Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
Barrier Air
GBA / GF
1 1 1 Jan 23, 2026

For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
12/30 4600 ft 98 ft ASP Active Lighted
18/36 4190 ft 98 ft GVL Active

Type Description Frequency
AFIS CHRISTCHURCH FIS 127.1 MHz
CTAF CTAF 119.1 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
KT Kaitaia NDB-DME 238 kHz

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Local taxi companies, such as Kaitaia Taxis, serve the airport. It is strongly recommended to pre-book your ride in advance, especially for flights arriving outside of standard business hours, to ensure a vehicle is available upon your arrival.

Rental Cars

Car rental is a popular option for exploring the Far North. Companies like Hertz and Avis operate from Kaitaia Airport. Vehicles are limited, so booking your rental car well in advance of your trip is essential to guarantee availability.

Public Transportation

There are no direct public bus or shuttle services operating from the Kaitaia Airport terminal. To connect with regional bus services (like InterCity), you must first take a taxi from the airport into the Kaitaia town centre, which is a short 5-10 minute drive away.

AI-Generated Content: This ground transportation information was compiled using AI from publicly available sources. Prices, schedules, and availability may change; please verify with official airport or transportation provider websites before traveling.

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