Richard Pearse Airport
Richard Pearse Airport, also known as Timaru Airport is located on Falvey Road, 12.6km north of Timaru. It is the main airport in South Canterbury, with daily flights between Timaru and Wellington.
The hours of business operate with in/outbound flights.
Location
Richard Pearse Airport
Falvey Road
Levels
Timaru
Flight Details, Bookings and Information
Daily flights are operated by Air New Zealand between Timaru and Wellington.
- Timaru Airport Flight Information
- Book with Air New Zealand, or contact your travel agent.
For flight or baggage enquiries please contact Air New Zealand.
For general enquiries call Timaru District Council on +64 3 687 7200.
Facilities
Airport terminal facilities include:
- Toilets
- Vending machines
- Baggage claim area
Maps and tourist information is available in the terminal. The airport terminal is smoke-free.
A parking area is located next to the terminal building. Our standard Airport Fees and Charges will then apply.
Taxis
Timaru has several options for Taxi services
- Timaru Taxis (03) 688 8899
- Highway Taxis 0221012344 https://highwaytaxistimaru.co.nz/
- Discover Taxis 0272910356 discovertoursnz@gmail.com
Rental cars
Rental cars can be hired through contacting local firm:
- Avis: +64 3 688 6240
Aviation Information
Timaru Airport is uncontrolled airspace but a Mandatory Braodcast Zone (MBZ) exists.
Richard Pearse Airport covers a land area of around 205 hectares, comprising one sealed night capable runway (Rwy 02/20) 1,280 metres long and two grass runways suitable for light aircraft. Fuel facilities are available from RD petroleum and GOfuel AvGas/Jet A1 via swipe cards.
Landing fees are payable. Fees can be paid by electronic transfer. Airport Fees and Charges
Unpaid landing fees are invoiced with a $25 administration fee.
For full and detailed Richard Pearse Airport pilot information, head to the Aeronautical Information Publication New Zealand website - www.aip.net.nz
Hazard and Incident Reporting
Last updated: 21 Jul 2025