Auckland Airport expects busy school holiday travel period

Wednesday 17 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 17 Sep 2025, 4:39pm

Auckland International Airport expects approximately 1 million travellers through its terminals starting Wednesday. This represents an increase of at least 6% compared to the same period last year. The busiest day is anticipated to be Friday, 20 September.

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1. StuffWed 17 Sep 2025, 4:00pm

   Travellers be warned: School holiday travel has already begun (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 17 Sep 2025, 4:39pm

   School holiday travel: Auckland Airport picks ‘triple peak’ for busiest days, airlines provide advice on beating queues (opens in new tab)