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New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL)

Full name:Auckland International Airport
Location:The airport is situated 14 miles (22km) south of Auckland.
Time:Local time is GMT +12 (GMT +13 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March).
Contacts:Tel: +64 (0)9 275 0789 or 0800 247 767 (NZ only).
Transfer between terminals:A free bus runs between the International Terminal and the Air New Zealand and Qantas NZ Domestic Terminals from 6am until 10.30pm.
Transfer to the City:An Airbus bus service leaves regularly (every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes at night) for the city centre and costs NZ$15 for a single ticket. Shuttle buses also offer economical transportation between the airport and city or suburbs on a 'shared ride' basis. Maxx also offers public transport to and from the city and surrounding areas. Visit their website www.maxx.co.nz for details Taxis are also available; the airport to city fare is about NZ$50 to NZ$65.
Car rental:There are numerous car rental companies including Avis, Budget, Hertz and Ezy Rentals.
Facilities:Facilities at the airport include left luggage, business facilities, a medical centre, banks and ATMs, bars, restaurants and shops, a crèche, a post office, a hairdresser, supermarket, Internet kiosks, tourist information and hotel reservations desks. Disabled facilities are good, but those with special needs should inform their airline or travel agent in advance.
Parking:There is short and long-term parking available, both covered and uncovered.
Departure tax:None.
Website:www.auckland-airport.co.nz

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