Vredendal Airport — Vredendal, South Africa
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereVredendal Airport in Vredendal uses the IATA code VRE, with FAVR as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from VRE
Vredendal Airport
Vredendal Airport serves the town of Vredendal in South Africa's Western Cape province, situated within the Namaqualand region known for its vineyards and seasonal wildflower blooms. VRE functions as a small regional airfield primarily supporting agricultural aviation, private flying, and limited charter operations tied to the area's farming and tourism sectors. The airport's infrastructure remains modest, consisting of a single runway without significant terminal development, consistent with its role serving a sparsely populated rural region. Vredendal's economy centers on wine production and citrus farming, and the airport occasionally supports crop-dusting and agricultural support flights alongside its general aviation functions.
Runways at Vredendal Airport (VRE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 4265 ft (1300 m) | 59 ft (18 m) | COM |
Radio frequencies for Vredendal Airport (VRE)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Vredendal Airport (VRE)
- Langebaanweg Airport (SDB) — 152.0 km (94.4 mi)
- Springbok Airport (SBU) — 224.6 km (139.6 mi)
- Kleinsee Airport (KLZ) — 257.7 km (160.1 mi)
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT) — 259.5 km (161.2 mi)
- Aggeneys Airport (AGZ) — 263.6 km (163.8 mi)
- Robertson Airport (ROD) — 272.8 km (169.5 mi)
- Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) — 392.0 km (243.6 mi)
- Oranjemund Airport (OMD) — 395.2 km (245.6 mi)
Vredendal Airport (VRE) serves South Africa's Namaqualand wine and citrus farming region in the Western Cape, supporting agricultural aviation and small-scale general aviation traffic.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Vredendal Airport?
The IATA code for Vredendal Airport is VRE.
What is the ICAO code for Vredendal Airport?
The ICAO code for Vredendal Airport is FAVR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.