Invercargill Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
IVC
ICAO Code
NZNV
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Invercargill Airport is the regional airport serving Invercargill and Southland, New Zealand. It primarily handles domestic flights to larger New Zealand centres and has a single passenger terminal configured for regional operations and general aviation traffic.

Invercargill Airport
Elevation: 1 m
-46.4124, 168.3130

Terminal Guide for Invercargill Airport #

The airport uses a single terminal building for all commercial flights; check‑in, security and arrivals are in the same facility and gates are reached by short walks. The layout is straightforward and designed for regional services rather than transfers between terminals.

Getting to and From Invercargill Airport #

Taxis and rental cars provide the main links between the airport and Invercargill city center; travel time is typically short.

• Taxi - Readily available from the terminal for transfers to town. • Car hire - Local rental companies operate at or near the airport. • Driving - Short drive into Invercargill; parking is available at the terminal.

There is no rail connection; public bus services may be limited so check schedules if you rely on them.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Invercargill Airport #

Facilities are modest: café or snack options, basic seating and restrooms, and rental car desks. Wi‑Fi is often available at regional New Zealand airports; charging points may be present in public areas. There are no major airline lounges; accessibility assistance can be arranged through airlines. Luggage storage and shower facilities are generally not offered.

Hotels and Layovers at Invercargill Airport #

There are several hotels and motels in Invercargill town a short drive from the airport; there is no large on‑site international hotel. For chain availability use parent sites such as [marriott.com] or [accor.com]. For short layovers consider central Invercargill where many properties offer easy airport access and early check‑in options.

Tips for Invercargill Airport #

  • Arrive early for flights during winter or holiday periods when connections can be busier than usual.
  • Car hire desks are available locally - renting a vehicle is a convenient way to explore the region.
  • Flight schedules to/from Invercargill are limited; double‑check departure times the day before travel.

Weather & Climate near Invercargill Airport #

Climate

Invercargill Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 2°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (972 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 24 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

60 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
15.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.6h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.5h daylight

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