Information on Auckland

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Auckland International Airport (AKL) Information

Introduction

Auckland International Airport is located 21kms south of downtown Auckland, on New Zealand’s North Island. International flights are offered to destinations across Asia, Europe and North America. Nearly 9 million passengers pass through the airport each year. There are three terminals – one for international flights and two for domestic – which are connected by walkways as well as a courtesy shuttle bus.

Airport parking at Auckland

Car parks are situated in front of each terminal. The short-term car parks (uncovered) at each terminal charge fees of €1.13 for every 20 minutes, and €1.70 per hour after the first hour. Secure long-term parking, within 150 metres of the international terminal, is offered for €7.35 per day (uncovered) or €9 per day (covered). A premium covered car park at the domestic terminal charges €5.65 per hour, or €18 per day. For quick drop-off or pick-up of passengers, space is provided at the terminal entrances. Complimentary parking is available for vehicles with a disability sticker, for expectant mothers and people with babies.

Getting to and from Auckland

By car from Auckland, take the Southern Motorway (Route 1) and exit at Gillies Avenue. Airbus service between the airport and the city centre operates every 20 to 30 minutes. The one-way fare is €8.50. Taxis and shared-ride shuttle buses depart from the west side of the international terminal, and from in front of the domestic terminals. Taxi fare to Auckland city centre is about €22. Helicopter service is available as well.

Amenities at Auckland International Airport

ATMs can be found throughout the airport, and banks with bureaux de change are located in the international terminal. More than 100 shops offer duty-free and other items such as jewellery, lingerie, chocolates, fashions, art work, and New Zealand handicrafts and woolens. Twelve cafés, bars and fast-food outlets are located throughout the international and domestic terminals. Entertainment options include a museum featuring New Zealand culture, along with Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, on the top floor of the international terminal. There are also video games and rides for youngsters in the ground floor arrivals area of the international terminal. A business centre in the domestic terminal has meeting rooms available for hire. For information and bookings, telephone +64 (0)9 256 8924.

About Essential Travel airport parking

Essential Travel specialises in airport parking at all major UK airports. Listed below some of the busiest airports and the most popular car parks at these airports. You can follow the links below to get a quote.

Aberdeen airport parking
Our recommended car park at Aberdeen is Aberdeen Airpark.

Birmingham airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Birmingham are APH Birmingham and Airparks Birmingham.

Bristol airport parking
Our recommended car park at Bristol is Silver Parking.

Cardiff airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Cardiff are Airparks Cardiff and Highwayman Parking.

East Midlands airport parking
Our recommended car park at East Midlands is Airparks East Midlands.

Edinburgh airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Edinburgh are Park and Fly and Secure Air Parks Edinburgh.

Gatwick airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Gatwick are APH Gatwick, Parking Express, BCP Gatwick and NCP Flightpath.

Glasgow airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Glasgow are Airparks Glasgow, Parksafe Glasgow and NCP Flightpath.

Heathrow airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Heathrow are Parking Express, Pink Elephant and Purple Parking.

Luton airport parking
Our recommended car park at Luton is Airparks Luton.

Manchester airport parking
Our recommended car parks at Manchester are APH Manchester, Carminder, Premier and Ringway Airpark.