ISSUEBRIEF
April 2006
New-look
domestic
terminal
With work now complete on the Auckland Airport masterplan review, the future
direction of the airport’s domestic facilities can be planned and managed with
confidence. Within the next two years, the domestic terminal will be given the
upgrade and expansion it deserves.
“It’s about time...”
The current Air New Zealand domestic terminal was constructed in
the mid 1960s as a cargo facility. When the airport first opened for
operations in 1965, it was instead used as the passenger terminal
– for both domestic and international operations. The terminal was
inadequate right from the start, with crowded customs halls and
no air conditioning.
A dedicated international terminal opened in 1977, and in 1987 the
new domestic carrier Ansett opened a separate domestic terminal for
their operations. In recent years, a number of alterations have occurred
at the Air New Zealand domestic terminal, including the upgrading of
gate lounges 29 and 30, a major investment by Air New Zealand in
its Koru Club facilities, security screening, air conditioning and major
changes to the terminal forecourt to improve flow and safety.
Extreme makeover
With the Auckland Airport masterplan recently confirming that it would
be after 2015 before a new domestic terminal would be needed, there
is now the investment confidence necessary to upgrade the
current domestic facilities. And the improvements will be much
more than just cosmetic.
The domestic terminal will be comprehensively expanded and
upgraded so that, by the end of 2007, facilities will include:
• A new, expanded provincial gate lounge
• A dedicated baggage claim carousel for provincial flights
• Expanded, more spacious and bright check-in facilities
• A new, expanded security screening point
• A new escalator directly into the gate lounge area
• A major renovation of the frontage of the terminal,
including larger windows.
The terminal will also offer an enhanced retail precinct incorporating a
number of new outlets and food hall. This will be constructed linking the
Air New Zealand and Qantas terminals into one large facility and will
provide a much enlarged and relaxing environment for passengers.
domestic terminal developments
What is inside the new-look terminal? We have taken the
front and roof off the terminal to see the changes inside.
A Expanded provincial flight gate lounges (an extra 1800 square metres).
B Dedicated baggage claim area for provincial flights.
C Air New Zealand valet parking.
D “Behind the scenes” baggage system doubled in size.
E New, relocated and expanded non-network airline check-in desks.
F New offices for Air New Zealand staff.
G Existing Air New Zealand check-in area is expanded with the front of the
building brought out 2.5 metres.
H Areas of the mezzanine floor are removed to create double-height ceiling.
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More windows on the front of the building provide natural light into the
terminal, floor-to-ceiling windows in the check-in area.
J Frontage of building re-clad for a modern, easy-use look.
K More entrances into the terminal.
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S New food court area, with a range of food
and beverage outlets.
T Bar relocated from eastern end of the terminal.
U Retail area to include bookstore, bank, and
other stores.
V New security screening area, with room for
expansion set aside.
W Qantas terminal to be opened up to create
one large terminal.
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L Air New Zealand Koru Club lounge to remain in
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M Existing gate lounge area to have new escalator access.
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N Existing baggage claim reserved for main trunk
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O Area where security screening currently occurs – reserved
for future retail area.
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P Arriving passengers off Air New Zealand flights continue
through existing doors, with expansion space reserved.
Q Retail area (2200 square metres) to be constructed
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R Covered walkway over bridge between terminal and
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An exciting new retail area will be built linking the two terminals and creating a
relaxing environment and a wider range of shops and services for passengers.
This area will add another 2200 square metres of retail space and is expected to
include a bookstore, bank, florist and other stores. Also included is a range of food
and beverage outlets such as a bar, cafes and a fast food outlet.
New car park at domestic
There is also a new four-level car park at Auckland Airport.
The building, located opposite the domestic terminals, is to house
850 car parks as well as car rental facilities. The building will open for
public use in June 2006 and users will be able to access the domestic
terminals via a covered foot bridge crossing the road in front of the two
terminals from August. Construction costs are expected to be $15
million. Construction of the car park increases the number of public
spaces available on airport to nearly 8,500.
With the planned ongoing growth of the airport, the developments outlined in this brochure will contribute to Auckland Airport’s provision
of world class facilities and services that support the prosperity and growth of the region and the country. Also see the issue briefs on the
big picture – Auckland Airport’s masterplan, and on the expansion of the international terminal. For more information, visit Auckland
Airport’s website: www.auckland-airport.co.nz