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It is the largest metropolitan of New Zealand and actually it covers more than fifty islands. The Asian and Polynesian immigrants inhabiting the city influenced its culture greatly. Due to its geographical situation the city is often called a 'city of sails' as it develops large water activity of the region. The city is famous for its water sports. Those who are more interested in observing nature will get real pleasure of the surrounding views. The city can also offer bright and interesting experience of its nightlife for those who are socially keen.
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General Info
Airport Address: Auckland International Airport, PO Box 73-020, Auckland, New Zealand
Distance and Location: The airport is located 21km (14 miles) south of Auckland
Airport Website: www.auckland-airport.co.nz
Airport E-mail: admin@akl-airport.co.nz
Airport Telephone: (0)9 275 0789
Country Code: 64
Time Zone: GMT + 12 (GMT + 13 from the first Sunday in October to the third Sunday in March)
Total Number of Terminals: 3
Moving between Terminals: A free shuttle bus runs between the terminals; alternatively, passengers can walk between the terminals.
Car Parking Info
There are car parks in front of each terminal. There is a secure long-term car park located 150m (164 yards) from the International Terminal, with covered and open parking available; for more information, call Parking Services (tel: (0)9 256 8527). The Skyway Storage car park provides secure undercover parking (tel: (0)9 256 7009). Valet service is available at all terminals (tel: (0)9 256 7007).
Driving by car from/to Auckland
To get to the airport, take the southern motorway until the Gillies Avenue exit and then follow the airport signs.