Two ways from Auckland to GBI
There are only 2 ways from Auckland to Great Barrier Island. There is Fullers Ferry that goes to the island most days as the schedule varies according to time of year. By ferry it takes about 2.5 hours to get there. The other method is a charter flight. There are two charter airlines that fly to GBI: Great Barrier Airlines and Mountain Air Great Barrier Express.
On our trip we took Great Barrier Airlines and flew in the smallest aircraft in their fleet as shown in the picture. There were 6 passengers on the flight. Besides our family there was a father and his little girl. I was surprised at how common flight back and forth to Auckland was among those who live on the island. I would think that would get expensive, but they somehow manage it.
It takes about 30 minutes to fly to the island and it is a breathtaking aerial view over the island when you get there. The airstrip is on the side away from Auckland, so you get a good view before landing on a grassy airfield. That is quite an experience to land in a field without solid pavement underneath. After stopping, you walk to a very small "airport" that is about the size of a large tool shed.
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