Air New Zealand

Getting there on Air New Zealand is easy, with 430 scheduled flights a week from more than 20 international ports. Their Star Alliance membership offers additional flexibility, with 26 partner airlines linking their network with the rest of the globe.

Domestically, Air New Zealand services 27 ports. It’s not just the big cities they fly to so there is plenty of opportunity to get ‘off the beaten track’, even if your time is limited. More than 3000 domestic flights a week means flexibility and good connections with our international flights.

We pride ourselves on sharing their culture with you from the minute you step onboard one of the aircrafts, offering the great food, stunning wines and down to earth Kiwi service New Zealand is famous for.

Airports

Getting to and from Auckland Airport is easy, with shuttle and bus services departing regularly. Simply book a shuttle and enjoy door to door service or jump on the Airbus Express for all major hotel and stops.

Auckland Airport is the second largest airport in Australasia and is serviced by 18 international airlines flying direct to Auckland from 32 destinations around the world.

Approximately a 10-hour direct flight from most places in the Pacific Rim, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo and the west coast of the USA. It is only a three-hour flight from the eastern seaboard of Australia. No matter where you fly from, New Zealand is no more than a day away by air.

There’s also more than 300 daily flights to 20 cities around the country, making it easy for visitors travelling within New Zealand.

Clothing

Dress is informal and relaxed on most occasions. Smart casual clothes are acceptable at most restaurants and night spots. Men are generally not expected to wear suits and ties, except in a few select formal bars and restaurants in major cities.

Although Auckland doesn’t have extremes of temperature, it’s best to cover your bases. In summer a jacket and sweater should be included in your luggage should the weather turn cooler or you visit higher altitudes. Whatever the season, include a light rainproof jacket or coat just in case. If visiting between May and September, pack warm winter garments and layer your clothing, and bring your scarves, hats and gloves.

Medical

Medical services are not free to visitors, so travel insurance that covers health and medical is strongly recommended.

Transportation

Check out Auckland’s public transport for local buses, ferries and trains. Ask us to find out more about car rentals, airport transfers, helicopter charters and other transport options.

Visa Info

All visitors to New Zealand must carry a passport that is valid for at least three months from the date when you intend to leave the country. Currently travellers from more than 50 countries do not require a visitor’s visa for stays of less than three months. For longer stays a visitor’s visa may be required.

Weather

Enjoy Auckland in any season – the region has a warm coastal climate without extremes of temperature.

The seasons are the opposite of the Northern Hemisphere. Auckland’s summer is from December to February, autumn or fall is from March to May, winter is from June to August and spring is from September to November.

The mean daily temperature during January and February is 23 degrees Celsius (74 degrees Fahrenheit), and during July and August, the mean daily maximum is 14 degrees Celsius (57 degrees Fahrenheit).