For domestic travellers, Car Park M is a convenient yet costly choice for those looking for Auckland Airport parking. To see how it compares to other car parks at Auckland Airport, check the table below. For more information on the car park itself, keep reading!
Auckland Airport Parking Rates
| Car Park | Cost per Week | Service + Travel Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car Park M Auckland | $314.00 | Walk: 2 - 5 min | - |
| Parking Mode | $55.75 | Shuttle: 10 min | Book |
| Aeroparks Auckland | $72.99 | Shuttle: 7 min | Book |
| Park and Ride Auckland | $95.00 | Shuttle: 5 - 10 min | Info |
| Car Park K Auckland | $177.00 | Walk: 5 min | Info |
| Car Park O Auckland | $244.00 | Walk: 3 - 5 min | Info |
Located within the domestic precinct, this car park offers both covered and uncovered parking bays available. Additionally, you can find the Air New Zealand check-in fairly close to the car park itself, being only a 2 - 5 minute walk away.
Car Park M, designated as a 'standard' parking option by Auckland Airport, will charge rates that are between those of Car Park O and Car Park R. So, if you want to still be close to the terminals, but not pay the rates that Car Park R charges, Car Park M may be a good choice.
Rates at this car park start at $3.00 for 10 minutes, $16.00 for 1 hour, $54.00 for 1 day, $139.00 for 3 days, and $209.00 for 5 days. For stays of 1 week, rates increase to $314.00, and $593.00 for a fortnight. Each day of parking thereafter will cost $35.00. For a full overview of hourly and daily rates of parking at Auckland Airport Car Park M, see below.
| Duration | Rates |
|---|---|
| 0 - 10 mins | $ 3.00 |
| 10 - 15 mins | $ 6.00 |
| 15 - 20 mins | $ 6.00 |
| 20 - 30 mins | $ 7.00 |
| 30 - 45 mins | $ 12.00 |
| 45 - 60 mins | $ 14.00 |
| 60 - 75 mins | $ 16.00 |
| 75 - 90 mins | $ 19.00 |
| 90 mins - 120 mins | $ 23.00 |
| * A $3.00 fee will apply for every 1/2 hour thereafter | |
| 24 hours / 1 day | $ 54.00 |
| 2 days | $ 97.00 |
| 3 days | $ 139.00 |
| 4 days | $ 174.00 |
| 5 days | $ 209.00 |
| 6 days | $ 244.00 |
| 7 days | $ 279.00 |
| 8 days | $ 314.00 |
| *Every day thereafter will incur a daily fee of $35.00 per day. |
Reviews of Car Park M left by past travellers note the car park is difficult to find as there is poor signage, and expensive. One traveller exclaimed that he was charged simply for turning in the car park by accident and had to pay upon exiting immediately. Despite this, some travellers did rate the car park with 5 stars on Google Reviews, despite leaving no written reviews of their experience.
If in doubt, consider parking with an off-site parking option whose directions are clear and offer complimentary shuttle services to take you to and from the domestic or international terminals in under 10 minutes. Both Parking Mode Auckland & AeroParks are great choices for parking at Auckland Airport.
You can book Auckland Airport car park M both online at the Auckland Airport official website and in person. When checking out online, be sure to use an American Express, a Diner Club card, a Visa, or a Mastercard. Online booking is accepted up to 6 months prior and 4 hours before your scheduled arrival time.
Should you wish to simply drive up to the car park on the day of your flight, drive up to Auckland Airport Car Park M, take a ticket at the entry barrier, and pay upon returning. Please note: Only chipped debit & credit cards are accepted at the car park’s entrance barrier. Non-chipped Diner Club or American Expresses won’t be accepted.
To cancel and receive a refund for your booking, you must cancel 24 hours before your designated arrival time. Do so via the ‘Manage my Booking’ tab on Auckland Airport’s official website.
To enter Auckland Airport Car Park M, drive to the car park and tap your credit card at the entry barrier. Be sure to tap the same credit or debit card used to make your booking online, upon entering the car park. Didn’t make a reservation online? Take a ticket at the entry barrier!
Exit Auckland Airport car park M by driving up to the exit barrier and tapping the same credit or debit card used to enter, to exit.
If you acquired a parking ticket upon entry, you may pay for it at the payment terminals outside the Auckland International Terminal & Car Park D before heading to the car park.
To get to Car Park M, follow the directions below, coming from the CBD via car:
From the CBD, head towards State Hwy 16 in Grafton from Wellesley St E & Wellesley St Bridge (6 minutes)
Continue on State Hwy 16 until reaching State Hwy 20 towards George Bolt Memorial Drive in Mangere (18 minutes)
Follow George Bolt Memorial Drive to Car Park M (4 minutes)
The precise address of car park M is the following: Auckland Airport George Bolt Memorial Drive.
Tip for finding the car park: It is across from Thrifty Car Rental
Covered & Uncovered Parking Bays
2 - 5 min walk to terminals
Wheelchair Accessible
Ideal for short-term travellers
All the parking rates and related information cited are approximate and subject to change without notice, but were accurate at the time of publication in March 2024. For the most accurate rates of official airport car parks, visit the official Auckland Airport website. Please note that you may not book any official Auckland Airport parking(s) on Flyparks at present. Always read the terms and conditions before booking.
