Large airport · Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland International Airport
It is the largest and busiest airport in the country, handling almost 19 million passengers in the calendar year 2025, including 8.5 million domestic, and 10.4 million international. Its IATA code is AKL. Its ICAO code is NZAA. It has 1 runway, longest 11,926 ft (CON). Elevation 23 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| IATA code | AKL |
| ICAO code | NZAA |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 11,926 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 37.0120° S, 174.7863° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Auckland International Airport is known for
It is the largest and busiest airport in the country, handling almost 19 million passengers in the calendar year 2025, including 8.5 million domestic, and 10.4 million international.
History
It is the largest and busiest airport in the country, handling almost 19 million passengers in the calendar year 2025, including 8.5 million domestic, and 10.4 million international.
Official website: http://www.auckland-airport.co.nz/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Auckland International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Sky Tower, Auckland · New Zealand · 11.4 miles away
- Hobbiton Movie Set · New Zealand · 76.3 miles away
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves · New Zealand · 88.0 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is Auckland International Airport?
It is the largest and busiest airport in the country, handling almost 19 million passengers in the calendar year 2025, including 8.5 million domestic, and 10.4 million international.
What is the airport code for Auckland International Airport?
Auckland International Airport — its IATA code is AKL and its ICAO code is NZAA.
Where is Auckland International Airport located?
Auckland International Airport serves Auckland, New Zealand. Its coordinates are 37.0120° S, 174.7863° E.
What is the history of Auckland International Airport?
It is the largest and busiest airport in the country, handling almost 19 million passengers in the calendar year 2025, including 8.5 million domestic, and 10.4 million international.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5023
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Auckland_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.