Auckland International Airport (AKL)
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: International passengers must pay a NZ$25 departure fee. Children under 12 years of age and transit passengers in Auckland for less than 24 hours are exempt.
Website:www.auckland-airport.co.nz
