Auckland City is built on a narrow (11km) isthmus separating two natural harbours, the Waitemata which has deep water and is the main port facing the Pacific Ocean and the Manukau which leads out to the Tasman Sea. Auckland International Airport is itself built on reclaimed land in the Manukau harbour and is 30 minutes drive from/to the central city and the conference venue. Most activities and attractions are also within 30 minutes drive time of the central city.

There are several ways to get around Auckland:

Public Transport

Auckland city has a bus, train and ferry transport network most of which operates from a hub called the Britomart Transport Centre located in downtown Auckland 10 minutes walk from the Skycity Conference Centre. For more information on the Auckland Public Transport network (including timetables and fares) by clicking the logo below

Taxis

There are several taxi companies operating within the Auckland City area. As a guide you will pay between $60 and $75 (NZ) for a one-way fare from the airport to the conference venue for a taxi ride. For more information click the logo below

Rental Cars

All the major rental car companies have franchises in Auckland City with offices at Auckland Airport. Europcar offer IFALPA 2009 delegates a discounted rate for rental cars. For more information click the logo below