Welcome to Auckland

Destination airport: Auckland Airport AKL

Flight duration: 23 h 30 min

18,415 km as the crow flies

Culinary specialities

Fly Kiwi, fly (on our boarding pass)
In New Zealand, lamb is considered a national treasure. Roast rack of lamb embodies a cuisine that is intrinsically linked to nature, based on fresh, regional produce. New Zealand has more sheep than people – which is why lamb dishes are deeply rooted in its culture.

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Did you know?

Auckland Airport is New Zealand's largest and busiest airport, serving as the country's main international hub. It is located about 21 kilometres south of the city centre. The airport is also known for its runways offering spectacular views of Manukau Harbour. There's even a „Biosecurity Zone“ where particular attention is paid to any fruit or plants brought in – New Zealand airport security truly takes the protection of nature seriously.

Places of interest

The Sky Tower is the tallest freestanding structure in the Southern Hemisphere, offering spectacular views over Auckland and its surrounding islands. The Auckland War Memorial Museum is not just a historical monument, but also showcases impressive exhibitions on New Zealand's culture and natural history.

Waiheke Island is just a short ferry ride away and is known for its stunning beaches and vineyards. Viaduct Harbour is a vibrant precinct with numerous waterfront restaurants and bars. Mount Eden, an extinct volcano, offers great views of Auckland's skyline from its crater rim.

Useless knowledge

• In Auckland, there are more hills than in your favourite role-playing game, and all of them have volcanoes on the «I'm active» list.
• If you drink too much wine on Waiheke Island, your brain might think you've bought the island. Welcome to the wine empire!
• The Sky Tower is so tall it probably thinks it's the boss of the city – and we just let it get on with it.