The Wait Zone

Located just a few minutes drive from both terminals, The Wait Zones help make pick-ups a lot easier.

When travellers call or text you to say they are ready to be picked up, simply exit The Wait Zone and drive around to the pick-up/drop-off area in front of the terminals – just a short drive away. Drivers are allowed 30 minutes free parking at The Wait Zones.

If you would like to greet your friends and family at arrivals, you can pre-book short-term parking online and through the Auckland Airport app.

Wait Zone 1: Great for those travelling from North:

• Entry from George Bolt Memorial Drive, follow The Wait Zone signage
• More than 40 spaces available at where you can wait, free of charge for 30 minutes.

Wait Zone 2: Great for those travelling from South:

• Entry from Geoffrey Roberts Road, follow The Wait Zone signage
• Located alongside Car Park L.
• More than 30 spaces available where you can wait, free of charge for 30 minutes

Wait Zone 3: Great for those travelling to the international terminal:

• Entry from Ray Emery drive - behind carpark E and via the slip road. Follow The Wait Zone signage.
• 30 spaces available where you can wait, free of charge for 30 minutes.
• Closest to the international terminal