Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Auckland Airport Address: Mangere, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, NZ
Airport Code: AKL
Airport Tel: +64 9 256 8813 / +64 9 275 0789
Airport Fax: +64 9 275 5835
Airport Email: admin@akl-airport.co.nz
Airport Website: http://www.auckland-airport.co.nz - Official Site

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Auckland Airport (AKL)
Airport Information
(Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ)



The premier airport in New Zealand, Auckland International Airport (AKL) is experiencing a time of great growth in all respects, with current annual passenger traffic of 12 million expected to soar over the next few years. The airport itself can be found around 20 km / 12.5 miles south of central Auckland and next to Ihumatao, Mangere, Manukau City, Papatoetoe and the Puhinui Reserve.

Located next to the 20 (South Western Motorway), 20A (George Bolt Memorial Drive) and 20B (Puhinui Road), Auckland Airport is easy to reach. Airbus transport links nearby towns and cities, such as Auckland itself, Manukau City, Pukekohe, Tauranga and Waitakere. Shuttle buses are also in good supply and gather outside of the Qantas and Air New Zealand terminals along with taxis.




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A further taxi rank can be found next to the Jean Batten International Terminal. Those planning to travel further afield from Auckland Airport (AKL) will find that hiring a car is the best way to reach destinations around the North Island, such as Gisborne, Hastings, Napier, New Plymouth and Wellington.

Auckland International Airport (AKL) Information: History and Facilities
In the late 1920s, the city's airport began its life as the Auckland Aero Club, which was based on level farmland on the southerly outskirts of Auckland. However, whilst this aerodrome grew in size and popularity, it was not until 1960 that construction began to convert the grounds into the city's number one airport, replacing the already existing Whenuapai Airport to the north.

Auckland Airport (AKL) officially opened at the beginning of 1966 and offered services between Sydney and further Australian destinations. The long runway was actually built partly on back-filled land next to Manukau Harbour and was immediately able to accommodate large aircraft. In 1997, Auckland Airport added an international terminal, while more recently in 2005, further improvements were made, separating the main arrivals and departures areas.

In total, Auckland Airport is home to over 100 different shops, situated throughout the terminals, within the Airside Shopping Mall, before the main security area, and along John Goulter Drive. Passengers will be able to purchase goods from duty-free outlets no later than 20 minutes before the actual departure time. Popular shops at Auckland Airport include Beachculture clothing, Choc Stop confectionery, Made in New Zealand clothing, and Regency Express, DFS Express and DFS Galleria duty-free stores.

Offering 'A Taste of New Zealand', the Kiwi Discovery food store is a good place to sample some local specialities. A 'Collection Point' is available as a pick-up point for tax-free goods bought at certain participating stores throughout the country.

Passengers in need of refreshment will find that Auckland Airport is home to plenty of eateries that you can choose from. Within the International Terminal, the Blue Bar, Café Down Under and Jean Batten Food Court are worth a look, while in Domestic Terminals, the Qantas Café and Velluto Espresso Bar are amongst the main offerings.

Business passengers at Auckland Airport will find a series of 'wireless hotpots' located within both the domestic and international terminal, and many specified cafés. Conference and meeting rooms are also on hand should they be required, such as the Cabin, Clubhouse and Coachrooms within the Air New Zealand terminal area.

Auckland International Airport (AKL) Information: About Auckland Tourism
Auckland is located on the northerly side of New Zealand's North Island, sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the scenic Hauraki Gulf. One of the country's leading main holiday destinations, much of Auckland's culture reflects its significant Polynesian population.

New Zealand's primary international gateway, Auckland Airport (AKL) offers a great starting point for exploration of the whole country. Within Auckland itself, look out for eye-catching Sky Tower and its observation platforms, the recreational activities on offer around Mount Wellington, and the many sandy beaches, such as Orewa Beach, St. Heliers Beach, Takapuna Beach and Piha Beach, where strong waves are perfect for surfing.

 
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