How to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) ✈️ to the City Center

Auckland Airport (AKL) is the largest and most important international airport of New Zealand and is located about 21 km south of the main city center. Upon arrival, you can reach downtown Auckland by SkyDrive (Express Bus), Taxi, Uber, Private Shuttle, Shared Shuttle (Minibus) or Rental Car.

💸 The cheapest transfer is by SkyDrive

⏱️ The fastest transfer is by Taxi

This guide compares all available airport transfers at Auckland Airport (AKL) according to classic travel factors. This includes travel time, cost per person (pp), a short route description and links to book or buy tickets.

SkyDrive

Timetable and tickets here ↗

Travel time:

45 minutes

Cost:

NZ$ 16,00

Description:

‘SkyDrive’ Express Bus from Auckland Airport (Before terminals) to the Skydrive central bus stop, located on the Hobson Street side of the SkyCity complex (CBD)

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Taxi

Official local taxis

Travel time:

⏱️ 25 minutes

Cost:

NZ$ 40-60

Description:

Taxi from Auckland Airport (AKL, Arrivals, Door 8) to central Auckland, the Central Business District (CBD) or directly to your accommodation in the city center

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Uber (AD)

Order an Uber ride ↗

Travel time:

25 minutes (+pickup)

Cost:

NZ$ 40-60

Description:

Uber from Auckland Airport (pick-up location as per Uber App) to central Auckland, Central Business District (CBD) or directly to your accommodation

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Private Shuttle (AD)

Book a private transfer ↗

Travel time:

25 minutes (+pickup)

Cost:

NZ$ 45

Description:

Comfortable private transfer (GetYourGuide) from Auckland Airport (nameplate in the Arrival Hall) to central Auckland, CBD or directly to your accommodation

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Shared Shuttle (AD)

Book a minibus ride ↗

Travel time:

30-45 minutes (+pickup)

Cost:

💸 NZ$ 25 pp

Description:

Shared Shuttle (Minibus) from Auckland Airport (pick-up location as per provider) to central Auckland, CBD or directly to your accommodation

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Rental Car

Hire a rental car ↗

Travel time:

25 minutes (+pickup)

Cost:

Depending on the company

Description:

Rental Car from Auckland Airport (ground floor) to Auckland city centre, Central Business District, to your accommodation & more

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Route from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

Things to know about Auckland:

1. There are over 50 volcanoes in the city of Auckland
2. You can walk from the Pacific Ocean to the Tasman Sea in just four hours
3. Auckland’s second name is Tāmaki-makau-rau (Tāmaki loved by many)