How to travel from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand

The distance between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL) is around 21km (13 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 20min.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Auckland International Airport.

  • Duration24min
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    NZ$21($13)

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Puhinui Train Station then take the bus to Stop A International Airport.

  • Duration49min
  • Departsevery 10 mins
  • Typical cost
    NZ$21($13)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Auckland Airport (AKL).

  • Duration20min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    NZ$90($55)
Operated by

Taxis United

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Drive

Drive to Auckland Airport (AKL).

  • Duration20min
  • Distance21km (13 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL)

There are several options for getting from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around NZ$16 ($10) and will take around 1h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 20min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$90 ($55).

The distance between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL) is around 21km (13 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 17km (11 miles)

It takes around 24min to get from Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL) by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to take a taxi which takes around 20min and will set you back approx NZ$90 ($55).

The cheapest way to travel between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL), if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around NZ$16 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL). We recommend that you take a taxi to Auckland Airport (AKL). instead which will take 20min.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL). It typically takes around 24min and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL) with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 24min.

InterCity, AT Metro and Auckland Transport run regular bus services between Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL). Buses run 5 times a week and take around 24min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Auckland Airport (AKL) from Auckland is to take a taxi which will take 20min and cost around NZ$90 ($55).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL). We recommend that you take the bus to Auckland International Airport. instead which will take 24min.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL). The distance is around 21km (13 miles) by road and it will take around 20min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to take the bus which takes, on average, 24min and will usually cost around NZ$21 ($13).

How do I get from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL)

Compare travel optionsbetween Auckland and Auckland Airport (AKL)

Transport options from Auckland to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
24min
NZ$21($13)
5 times a week21km (13 miles)
Bus via Stop C Puhinui1h 10m
NZ$16($10)
every 30 mins29km (18 miles)
Train and Bus
49min
NZ$21($13)
every 10 mins27km (17 miles)
Taxi
20min
NZ$90($55)
on demand21km (13 miles)
Drive
20min
NZ$5($3)
on demand21km (13 miles)

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