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There are 7 ways to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) by bus, train, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar

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Bus

  1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Auckland International Airport

6 alternative options

Train, bus

  1. Take the train from Britomart Train Station to Puhinui Train Station
  2. Take the bus from Stop A Puhinui to Stop A International Airport

Bus via Stop A Puhinui

  1. Take the bus from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga to Stop C Puhinui
  2. Take the bus from Stop A Puhinui to Stop A International Airport

Taxi

  1. Take a taxi from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL)

Drive

  1. Drive from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL)

Shuttle

  1. Take a shuttle bus from Auckland to Auckland Airport

Towncar

  1. Take a town car from Auckland to Auckland Airport

Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) by bus

6 Weekly Buses
24 min Average Duration
$3 Cheapest Price
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Auckland → Auckland Airport (AKL)
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COVID-19 help in New Zealand

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Frequently Asked Questions


Yes, travel within New Zealand is currently allowed.

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Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

  • Face masks are recommended
  • There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
  • Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice
  • Observe COVID-19 safety rules

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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Auckland Airport (AKL) is 0800 358 5453.

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Auckland Airport (AKL) is recommended.

The social distance requirement in Auckland Airport (AKL) is 2 metres.

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0800 358 5453.

Last updated: 1 May 2023
Exceptions may apply, for full details: Ministry of Health.

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Questions & Answers

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 20 min.

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The fastest way to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to taxi. Taking this option will cost $75 - $95 and takes 20 min.

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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Auckland International Airport. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

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The distance between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL) is 17 km. The road distance is 20.7 km.

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The best way to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) without a car is to bus which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $45.

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The bus from Auckland - Central to Auckland International Airport takes 24 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

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Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

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Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland International Airport station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) is 21 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL).

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There are 237+ hotels available in Auckland Airport (AKL). Prices start at $150 NZD per night.

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Map of how to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL).
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  • Distance: 17.5 km
  • Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Auckland International Airport 5 times a week. Tickets cost $18 - $45 and the journey takes 24 min. InterCity Link also services this route once a week.

Train operators
Auckland Transport - AT Metro
Phone
+64 9 366 6400
Website
at.govt.nz
Train from Britomart Train Station to Puhinui Train Station
Ave. Duration
32 min
Frequency
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price
$3 - $5
Website
AT Metro
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone
+64 9 583 5780
Website
intercity.co.nz
Bus from Auckland - Central to Auckland International Airport
Ave. Duration
24 min
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
$18 - $45
Website
https://www.intercity.co.nz/
InterCity Link
Phone
+64 9 583 5780
Website
intercity.co.nz
Bus from Auckland - Central to Auckland International Airport
Ave. Duration
24 min
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
$4
Website
InterCity Link
Auckland Transport
Phone
+64 9 366 6400
Website
at.govt.nz
Bus from Stop A Puhinui to Stop A International Airport
Ave. Duration
17 min
Frequency
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price
$16
Website
Auckland Transport
Auckland Transport - AT Metro
Phone
+64 9 366 6400
Website
at.govt.nz
Bus from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga to Stop C Puhinui
Ave. Duration
53 min
Frequency
Hourly
Website
AT Metro
Other operators
Taxi from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Ave. Duration
20 min
Estimated price
$75 - $95
Taxis United
Phone
+64 9 295 1000
Website
taxisunited.co.nz
North Shore Taxis
Phone
+64 9 488 8000
Website
northshoretaxi.com
Green Cabs Auckland
Phone
+64 800 46 47336
Website
greencabs.co.nz
Budget Taxis
Phone
+64 9 849 3000
Website
budgettaxis.co.nz
Auckland Taxi Service
Phone
+64 9 845 4666
Website
aucklandtaxiservice.co.nz
Auckland Coop Taxis
Phone
+64 9 300 3000
Website
cooptaxi.co.nz
Jayride
Ave. Duration
20 min
Frequency
On demand
Shuttle from Auckland to Auckland Airport
Estimated price
$60 - $85
Towncar from Auckland to Auckland Airport
Estimated price
$110 - $130

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