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Aotea/Great Barrier Island
Airlines and Ferry

Getting to the Barrier

Airlines

Flights take around 30 minutes and regularly depart from Auckland, the North Shore with less frequent scheduled services from Whitianga and Whangarei. The two airfields on the island are at Claris and Okiwi.

Before travelling into the Hauraki Gulf with us, please ensure your gear is clean and pest free. For more information on how to check your gear click here

For flight schedules, prices and booking information please see below:

Barrier Air Visit Web Site 0800 900 600 +64 9 275 9120

Sunair Visit Web Site 0800 786 247 +64 7 575 7799

Island Aviation Visit Web Site 0226 437 440 +64 9-390-1122

Ferries

Ferry services between Great Barrier and Auckland run six days a week over summer, less frequently over winter. The journey takes 4 ½ hours.  It is possible to bring your car on the ferry, but bookings are essential.

Before travelling into the Hauraki Gulf  please ensure your gear is clean and pest free. For more information on how to check your gear click here

For more information and to book please see the information below:

Sealink Visit Web Site 0800 732 546 +64 9 300 5900

Hauraki Express (Water Taxi) Visit Web Site 027 6646 644 [email protected]