Nearest airport from
Pāpāmoa
Tauranga Airport
Via Pāpāmoa Beach Road → Te Okuroa Drive → SH2 North → Jean Batten Drive
17km
Distance
~20 min
Drive time
Mount Maunganui
Location
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About this board: Schedule data below reflects the typical daily Air NZ timetable for Tauranga (TRG). For real-time status including delays and cancellations, tap the live link below or check the official airport flights page.
Tauranga Airport (TRG) - Today
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Schedule times are indicative. Always check the official board or your airline's app for real-time status. Air NZ: airnewzealand.co.nz
Carriers at TRG
Airlines flying from Tauranga
Air New Zealand - primary carrier
RoutesAuckland (AKL) · Wellington (WLG) · Christchurch (CHC)
AircraftATR 72 and Bombardier Q300 regional turboprops
FrequencyMultiple daily services to Auckland. Daily services to Wellington and Christchurch.
Contactairnewzealand.co.nz · 0800 737 000
Sunair - regional services
RoutesWhangarei · Gisborne · Napier · Whitianga · Claris · Motiti Island
AircraftSmall piston aircraft - Cessna 172 and Piper PA23
Contactsunair.co.nz
Barrier Air
RouteTauranga → Great Barrier Island (Claris). Service commenced December 2022.
AircraftCessna Grand Caravan
Contactbarrier.air
Car parks at TRG
Parking
| Car park | Location | Rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drop-off / pick-up zone | Front of terminal | Free first 20 min | Quick drop-offs and pick-ups |
| Short-term car park | Outside terminal building | Hourly rate | Meeting passengers, short stays |
| Long-term car park | Behind the roundabout on entry | Daily/overnight rate | Multi-day trips |
All pay stations accept cash, EFTPOS and credit/debit cards. Current rates at airport.tauranga.govt.nz/parking/parking-rates
Getting to and from TRG
Shuttles, taxis & car rental
Shuttle service
Luxury Airport Shuttles
Door-to-door airport transfers. Serves Pāpāmoa, Tauranga and Mount Maunganui.
luxuryairportshuttles.co.nz →
Shuttle service
Divine Travel & Tours NZ
Airport transfers and tours across the Bay of Plenty region including Pāpāmoa.
divinetravel.co.nz →
Taxi - authorised at TRG
Tauranga Mount Taxis
Authorised taxi company at TRG. ~20 min to central Pāpāmoa. Taxis wait at arrivals.
taurangataxis.co.nz →
Taxi - authorised at TRG
Tauranga Taxi Cabs
Second authorised taxi company. Available from the arrivals area.
taurangataxi.co.nz →
Car rental - counters in arrivals
Inside the terminal
Terminal facilities
Café
Barista coffee and food available in the terminal before and after flights
Air NZ Lounge
Koru Club regional lounge available for eligible Air NZ members
Free WiFi
Complimentary WiFi throughout the terminal for all passengers
ATM
Next ATM accepting Visa, Mastercard and Diners cards in the main terminal
Family facilities
Baby change facilities and family-friendly amenities throughout the terminal
Special assistance
Mobility assistance and accessibility services available - contact airport in advance
Conference room
Boardroom with runway views, up to 14 people. Available for hire.
Lost property
Items handed in at the terminal. Unclaimed items discarded after 3 months.
Need help?
Contacts & lost baggage
Airport contact - 73 Jean Batten Drive
Address73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Phone07 575 2456
Terminal open5:00am – 9:30pm daily
Lost propertyContact the airport directly. For lost baggage on flights, contact your airline - Air NZ: 0800 737 000
Flight cancellationsContact your airline directly. Tauranga Airport can be affected by fog and low cloud - always allow extra time in winter or overcast conditions.
EmergencyAirport emergency services are on-site 24/7. For any life-threatening emergency call 111.
Frequently asked
Airport questions
How far is Tauranga Airport from Pāpāmoa? ⌄
Tauranga Airport is approximately 17km from central Pāpāmoa - around 20 minutes by car under normal traffic conditions. The route is via Pāpāmoa Beach Road, Te Okuroa Drive and SH2 North to Jean Batten Drive in Mount Maunganui. Allow extra time during school holidays and summer weekends when SH2 traffic can be heavy.
What airlines fly from Tauranga? ⌄
Air New Zealand is the primary carrier, operating multiple daily flights to Auckland, and daily services to Wellington and Christchurch. Sunair operates regional scheduled services to Whangarei, Gisborne, Napier, Whitianga, Claris and Motiti Island using small piston aircraft. Barrier Air serves Great Barrier Island (Claris) with a Cessna Grand Caravan, a service that commenced December 2022.
Is there parking at Tauranga Airport? ⌄
Yes. Short-term parking is near the terminal building - the first 20 minutes are free, making it suitable for drop-offs and pick-ups. Long-term parking for multi-day trips is available behind the roundabout on entry. All pay stations accept cash, EFTPOS and credit/debit cards. For current daily and hourly rates visit airport.tauranga.govt.nz/parking/parking-rates.
How do I get a shuttle from Pāpāmoa to the airport? ⌄
Two shuttle operators serve Pāpāmoa: Luxury Airport Shuttles (luxuryairportshuttles.co.nz) and Divine Travel and Tours NZ (divinetravel.co.nz). Both offer door-to-door service and should be booked in advance. Two authorised taxi companies also pick up from the arrivals area: Tauranga Mount Taxis and Tauranga Taxi Cabs. The taxi fare from central Pāpāmoa to the airport is typically $30–$45 depending on traffic and exact address.
What are the terminal opening hours? ⌄
The terminal building is open from 5:00am to 9:30pm, seven days a week. Travellers are not able to stay overnight in the terminal. A range of accommodation is available within a five-minute drive of the airport - see the Accommodation section of Papamoa.info for options including holiday parks and motels.
My flight has been cancelled - what do I do? ⌄
Contact your airline directly - not the airport. For Air New Zealand: 0800 737 000 or airnewzealand.co.nz. Tauranga Airport can be affected by fog and low cloud, particularly in winter and early spring. When poor weather is forecast it's worth checking your flight status before leaving Pāpāmoa. The official airport flight board at airport.tauranga.govt.nz/flights shows live status.
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