What is the tower frequency at NZAA?

The tower frequency at Auckland Intl is 118.7 MHz.

Does NZAA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Auckland Intl (New Zealand).

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Auckland Intl

Auckland Intl (NZAA/AKL) serves Auckland, New Zealand. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05L/23R, 05R/23L). Field elevation is 23 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: NZAA
Name: Auckland Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -37.01199
Longitude: 174.786331
Elevation: 23 ft
Country: New Zealand
Municipality: Auckland
IATA Code: AKL
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
Distance from City: 17.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05L/23R

Designation: 05L/23R
Dimensions: 10197 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 05R/23L

Designation: 05R/23L
Dimensions: 11926 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP AR), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.800 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.auckland-airport.co.nz/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: No PPR. Standard coordination with AIAL operations.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx NZD 12.50/ton for international
Parking Fee: NZD 4.00/ton per 6h block; first 3h free for turnarounds
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: NZD
Remarks: New Zealand's busiest airport. Operated by Auckland International Airport Ltd (AIAL). Airfield charges, passenger charges, and terminal charges apply separately.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by Refuelling NZ (joint venture). Into-plane service at domestic and international terminals. Higher fuel costs due to NZ logistics.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminal. New Zealand Traveller Declaration required. APIS required. NZeTA (Electronic Travel Authority) required for visa-waiver nationalities. Extremely strict biosecurity (MPI).

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew; 24-hour operations. Noise management boundaries enforced. Single runway (05R/23L) with new second runway planned. Chapter 2 banned. Slot coordination during peak.

Airport Services

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New Zealand Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours
Landing Lead Time: Private: no formal landing permit system -- comply with NZCAR Part 91. FAOC: allow 6-8 weeks for initial certification.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require customs pre-notification. Biosecurity declaration mandatory.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at NZAA?: The tower frequency at Auckland Intl is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at NZAA?: Auckland Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does NZAA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Auckland Intl (New Zealand).

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