Fog restrictions at Auckland Airport cause flight delays and cancellations

Friday 14 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 14 Aug, 7:13am

In this story NZME, NZ Transport Agency

Thick fog at Auckland Airport led to restrictions starting at 5.14am on Friday. At least 17 domestic flights have been delayed and seven have been cancelled. Auckland Airport stated there was no impact to domestic or regional flights, though restrictions remained in place.

How they headlined it

5:46am7:13am

1. StuffFri 14 Aug, 5:46am

   Fog restrictions at Auckland Airport (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 14 Aug, 7:13am

   Fog at Auckland Airport delays 17 flights, cancels seven (opens in new tab)