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Woodbourne Airport

Blenheim, New Zealand

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Woodbourne Airport

Blenheim, New Zealand
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Blenheim's gateway airport serving Marlborough wine country.

Opened
1942
Location
Blenheim, New Zealand
Woodbourne Airport, officially known as Blenheim Airport, serves the Marlborough region at the top of New Zealand's South Island. It is located approximately 8 kilometres west of Blenheim city centre and handles both civilian commercial flights and military operations as a Royal New Zealand Air Force base (RNZAF Base Woodbourne). The airport is the primary gateway for visitors travelling to the Marlborough wine region, one of New Zealand's most celebrated wine-producing areas, famous for its Sauvignon Blanc. Regular scheduled services connect Blenheim to Wellington and other domestic destinations, making it an important regional hub. Despite its modest size, the airport plays a dual role supporting both civil aviation and defence activities, with the RNZAF using the base for training and operational purposes. The shared military-civilian layout is a distinctive characteristic of the facility.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling domestic passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Taxis, rental cars, and shuttle services provide ground transport between the airport and Blenheim city centre approximately 8 kilometres away.
Airlines here
Air New Zealand operates scheduled services from Woodbourne Airport, primarily connecting Blenheim to Wellington.
Notable facts
  • ›Woodbourne Airport is co-located with RNZAF Base Woodbourne, a Royal New Zealand Air Force training base.
  • ›The airport serves as a key entry point for tourists visiting the Marlborough wine region.
  • ›The ICAO code NZWB reflects the Woodbourne name, while IATA code BHE reflects Blenheim.
  • ›The airport primarily handles domestic New Zealand flights with no scheduled international services.
  • ›Marlborough is New Zealand's largest wine-producing region, driving significant visitor traffic through the airport.
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Gateway to Marlborough's renowned vineyards and sun-drenched Sounds

Woodbourne Airport, also known as Blenheim Airport, serves the Marlborough region at the top of New Zealand's South Island. Originally developed as RNZAF Base Woodbourne, it shares its runways with the Royal New Zealand Air Force, giving it a distinctive dual civilian-military character. It is the primary air link for a region celebrated worldwide for its Sauvignon Blanc wines and the Marlborough Sounds.

Terminals
  • Blenheim Terminal — A compact single terminal handling domestic flights with basic check-in, baggage and waiting facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Rental cars available from major agencies including Hertz and Avis at the terminal
  • Taxis and rideshare services available from the terminal forecourt
  • Shuttle services connecting to Blenheim town centre and selected wineries
  • Private transfers bookable to Picton and the Marlborough Sounds
Nearby Hotels
  • Chateau Marlborough
  • Scenic Hotel Marlborough
  • Blenheim Palms Motel
  • Lugano Motor Lodge
  • Peppertree Accommodation
Dining

The terminal offers a small café providing light meals, coffee and snacks for departing passengers. Blenheim town centre, a short drive away, features a range of restaurants and cafés showcasing local Marlborough produce and wine. Surrounding vineyard restaurants such as those at Cloudy Bay and Wairau River are popular dining destinations for visitors.

Traveller Tips
  • Book a rental car in advance, especially during the summer wine tourism season when demand is high.
  • The terminal is small, so allow minimal but adequate time — arriving 45 minutes before domestic departure is generally sufficient.
  • Marlborough's weather is generally sunny, but wind can be strong; layers are recommended if heading to the Sounds.
  • The RNZAF base operates alongside civilian flights — occasional military aircraft activity is normal and not a cause for concern.
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Route map (3 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Air New Zealand
NZ

Routes

BHE → AKLNZ · DH3 BEH
BHE → CHCNZ · BEH
BHE → WLGNZ · DH3 BEH
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Woodbourne Airport
Encyclopaedia

Woodbourne Airport trading as Marlborough Airport is a small, controlled airport located eight kilometres (5.0 mi) west of Blenheim in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, on State Highway 6, Middle Renwick Road. It is co-located with RNZAF Base Woodbourne in the Wairau Valley on the north-eastern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The airport has a single terminal and seven tarmac gates.

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