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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. Passengers are also able to walk between the terminals by following the blue and white lines painted on the ground, the walk takes about 12 minutes.
Getting 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.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the domestic terminals or to the left of customs in the international terminal. The trip to the city centre costs between NZ$50 an d NZ$65.
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 plenty of parking adjacent to both terminals, with fees ranging from NZ$9 per hour to NZ$39 per day. There are also cheaper long-term parking options located off site with free shuttle services to the terminals.
Airport hotels: There are a number of hotels located close to the airport. Many of the hotels have free shuttle services and free phoning services from the airport.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www.aucklandairport.co.nz
See full guide to Auckland International Airport

Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Location: The airport is situated eight miles (12km) from Christchurch.
Time: Local time is GMT +12 (GMT +13 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March).
Contacts: Tel: +64 (0)3 358 5029.
Transfer between terminals: The two terminals (domestic and international) are joined to one another and within walking distance of one another.
Getting to the city: The Airport Flyer offers a public bus service to and from the city centre. It costs NZ$7 and is a 30 minute journey. There is also a door to door shuttle bus that travels to all areas within Christchurch and costs NZ$15-20. Taxis go to the city centre for NZ$30.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Maui rentals and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available from outside the domestic terminal or to the left of customs in the international terminal. It takes 20 minutes to get to the city centre and taxis charge between NZ$30 and NZ$40 for the trip.
Facilities: There are shops, bars and restaurants, banks, ATMs and bureaux de change at the airport. Other facilities include left luggage (NZ$5 to 8/day), mobile and sim rental, showers, a business centre, a post office, and a hotel reservations desk. Disabled facilities are good, those with special needs should inform their travel agent or airline in advance.
Parking: There is covered and uncovered parking available at varying rates. Short-term parking is NZ$5 per hour up to NZ$25 per day, and long-term parking has similar charges with a weekly maximum of NZ75
Airport hotels: There are a couple of hotels located within walking distance of the terminal buildings.
Departure Tax: Airport tax is NZ$25, except for children 12 years of age and under and transit passengers of up to 24 hours. Credit cards are accepted.
Website: www.christchurchairport.co.nz
See full guide to Christchurch International Airport

Wellington International Airport (WLG)

Location: The airport is situated five miles (8km) east of Wellington.
Time: Local time is GMT +12 (GMT +13 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March).
Contacts: Tel: +64 (0)4 385 5100 (24 hours).
Transfer between terminals: There is only one terminal. Arrivals is located on the lower level while departures is on the upper level.
Getting to the city: The Stagecoach Flyer bus will cost between NZ$2.00 and NZ$17.00 for an adult fare, depending on where you are going. Shuttle services and taxis all go to the city centre for around NZ$15 and NZ$30 respectively.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis: Taxis can be hailed outside the baggage claims area and cost up to NZ$35 to go to The Terrace, Lambton Quay, Railway Station, Courtenay Place and Seatoun. Fares to Johnsonville, Lower Hutt and Tawa range between NZ$ 45 and NZ$ 65, while it costs up to NZ$100 to go to Uppper Hutt and Porirua.
Facilities: Facilities at the airport include left luggage, bureaux de change, ATMs, bars, shops and restaurants, a parent's room, post office and a tourist information and hotel reservations desk. Disabled facilities are good, those with special needs are advised to inform their airline or travel agent in advance.
Parking: Parking at Wellington International Airport ranges from NZ$5 per half hour up to NZ$39 per day for Premium parking, which is close to the terminal. Long-term parking is NZ$27 for the first day and NZ$12 per day thereafter. The long-term parking lot is situated off Freight Drive and regularly serviced by a free airport shuttle.
Departure Tax: Airport tax is NZ$25 (adults) and NZ$10 (children), in transit passengers (up to 24hrs) are exempt.
Website: www.wellington-airport.co.nz
See full guide to Wellington International Airport

Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Location: The airport is just four miles (6km) from central Queenstown.
Time: GMT + 13
Contacts: Tel: +64 3 450 9031.
Getting to the city: The best way to get into the city is by taxi. However, shuttles are also available and can be booked via www.conexions.com. Fares range from NZ$5 for kids, to NZ$10 for adults. It also costs an extra NZ$10 for ski gear.
Car rental: Rental companies including Apex, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Jucy, Nationwide, THL, and Thrifty all offer car rental services at Queenstown Airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available from outside the terminal. The fare into town costs approximately NZ$25.
Facilities: ATM, currency exchange, baggage lost and found office, baggage storage facilities, Internet lounge, tourist help desk, first aid facilities, wifi, retail outlets and restaurants. The terminal is fully accessible for disabled passengers.
Parking: Long- and short-term parking charges range from NZ$3 for up to 40 minutes to NZ$9 for three hours and NZ$1 per hour thereafter with a maximum charge of NZ$20 for the first day and NZ$17 from day two onwards. The first 20 minutes is free.
Departure Tax: A departure tax of NZ$20 – NZ$25 is charged.
Website: www.queenstownairport.co.nz
See full guide to Queenstown Airport
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